Background
Some historians consider him to be born in 1034-1035, while others think that he was born after Yaroslav moved to Kiev in 1036.
Some historians consider him to be born in 1034-1035, while others think that he was born after Yaroslav moved to Kiev in 1036.
He was baptized as George. The date of his birth is unsure. Upon the death of his father Iziaslav I of Kiev who was the eldest at that time appointed him as the Prince of Volyn.
Around that time Rostislav of Tmutarakan was given his former realm to govern.
Igor was married to a countess of Orlamünde. The wedding with whom was conducting while Yaroslav the Wise was around.