Articles related to "Byzantine Empire"
Aftermath of the Byzantine Empire
In itself the Byzantine Empire was longer lived in comparison with many other empires, lasting for over a thousand years.
aftermath of the byzantine empire • a thousand years of byzantium • the ottoman turks takeover • the impact on western europeans • the slow rise of russia and western european empir
In itself the Byzantine Empire was longer lived in comparison with many other empires, lasting for over a thousand years.
aftermath of the byzantine empire • a thousand years of byzantium • the ottoman turks takeover • the impact on western europeans • the slow rise of russia and western european empir
Church and State - The Byzantine Legacy
Trends into the Church and State relationship in the Byzantine Empire, and a reflection for the modern time.
church • state • byzantine • orthodox • hesychasm
Trends into the Church and State relationship in the Byzantine Empire, and a reflection for the modern time.
church • state • byzantine • orthodox • hesychasm
Hagia Sophia
Hagia Sophia was built by Byzantine Emperor Justinian the Great, becoming one of the most elaborate Christian churches in Europe.
justinian • hagia sophia • constantinople • europe • christian
Hagia Sophia was built by Byzantine Emperor Justinian the Great, becoming one of the most elaborate Christian churches in Europe.
justinian • hagia sophia • constantinople • europe • christian
The Byzantines and Venetians
Centuries ago, trade between the Byzantine Empire and Venice had far-reaching impact and helped shape world history.
byzantium • byzantine empire • venice • venetian • venetian trade
Centuries ago, trade between the Byzantine Empire and Venice had far-reaching impact and helped shape world history.
byzantium • byzantine empire • venice • venetian • venetian trade
The World of the Crusaders (1): Europe in 1095
A brief description of Christian Europe at the time of the First Crusade
crusade • first • origins • europe • christianity
A brief description of Christian Europe at the time of the First Crusade
crusade • first • origins • europe • christianity
What is Constantinople?
Definition of the glossary term Constantinople
constantinople • byzantine empire • roman empire • constantine • istanbul
Definition of the glossary term Constantinople
constantinople • byzantine empire • roman empire • constantine • istanbul
Justinian I
Justinian I undoubtedly went down in history as being one of the greatest Emperors to have ruled over the Byzantine Empire.
byzantine empire • justin i • justinian i • flavius petrus sabbatius justinianus • roman empire in the west
Justinian I undoubtedly went down in history as being one of the greatest Emperors to have ruled over the Byzantine Empire.
byzantine empire • justin i • justinian i • flavius petrus sabbatius justinianus • roman empire in the west
Iconoclasm under Leo III
This article briefly explores the history of iconoclasm under Leo III.
leo iii • iconoclasm
This article briefly explores the history of iconoclasm under Leo III.
leo iii • iconoclasm
Iconoclasm in the Orthodox Church: Part 1
This article provides a short introduction to the use of icons within the byzantine church and the origins of iconoclasm.
icon • iconoclasm • byzantine • leo iii.
This article provides a short introduction to the use of icons within the byzantine church and the origins of iconoclasm.
icon • iconoclasm • byzantine • leo iii.
Byzantium, the Lost Empire
Many people remember how Rome fell in 476 C.E. But fewer know that the Roman Empire survived until 1453 as the Byzantine Empire.
byzantium • byzantine • roman empire • constantine • justinian
Many people remember how Rome fell in 476 C.E. But fewer know that the Roman Empire survived until 1453 as the Byzantine Empire.
byzantium • byzantine • roman empire • constantine • justinian
Istanbul's Hagia Sophia
In present-day Istanbul lies a magnificent church which possesses a history which embodies the very definition of the phrase "East meets West."
hagia sophia • church of the holy wisdom • constantinople • istanbul • turkey
In present-day Istanbul lies a magnificent church which possesses a history which embodies the very definition of the phrase "East meets West."
hagia sophia • church of the holy wisdom • constantinople • istanbul • turkey
The Crusades: The Council of Clermont
The Council of Clermont was a mixed synod, or council, of church officials and high ranking Catholic laity in November, 1095 in Clermont, France.
the crusades • council of clermont • pope urban ii • eastern roman empire • byzantine empire
The Council of Clermont was a mixed synod, or council, of church officials and high ranking Catholic laity in November, 1095 in Clermont, France.
the crusades • council of clermont • pope urban ii • eastern roman empire • byzantine empire
Russian Easter Egg-Giving: Religious Influences Part II
In this second part in a series on the historical influences on the custom of Easter egg-giving in Russia, the 13th-17th century is explored. The significance of the decorations used on Easter eggs during these periods is discussed.
easter eggs • russia • pisanki • icons
In this second part in a series on the historical influences on the custom of Easter egg-giving in Russia, the 13th-17th century is explored. The significance of the decorations used on Easter eggs during these periods is discussed.
easter eggs • russia • pisanki • icons
The Suleymaniye Mosque: Beyond Inspiration
This article is about the Suleymaniye Mosque in Turkey and its inspiration the Hagia Sophia.
suleymaniye mosque • hagia sophia • architecture • islamic • turkey
This article is about the Suleymaniye Mosque in Turkey and its inspiration the Hagia Sophia.
suleymaniye mosque • hagia sophia • architecture • islamic • turkey
Dougga, Tunisia
In the hills to the south east of Carthage, Dougga is a former Numidian town with impressive roman remains
dougga • tunisia • roman municipum • north africa • africa north
In the hills to the south east of Carthage, Dougga is a former Numidian town with impressive roman remains
dougga • tunisia • roman municipum • north africa • africa north
Eastern Versus Western Roman Empire Compared
When the Roman Empire dissolved into Eastern and Western entities, the East became the Byzantine Empire while the West forged a new identity tied to the Latin Church.
east versus west roman empire • differences between the eastern and western roman • comparing the eastern and western part of rome • why the roman empire dissolved • role of religion in the post roman world
When the Roman Empire dissolved into Eastern and Western entities, the East became the Byzantine Empire while the West forged a new identity tied to the Latin Church.
east versus west roman empire • differences between the eastern and western roman • comparing the eastern and western part of rome • why the roman empire dissolved • role of religion in the post roman world
Ravenna's Byzantine Mosaics UNESCO Site
The eight churches of Ravenna contain Europe's - perhaps the world's - finest collection of Byzantine mosaics, important enough to be named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
ravenna byzantine mosaics • unesco world heritage site italy • adriatic city byzantine empire italian capital • seat of roman empire • byzantium mosaic artists churches
The eight churches of Ravenna contain Europe's - perhaps the world's - finest collection of Byzantine mosaics, important enough to be named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
ravenna byzantine mosaics • unesco world heritage site italy • adriatic city byzantine empire italian capital • seat of roman empire • byzantium mosaic artists churches
Sabratha, Libya
Founded by the Phoenicians, Sabratha was one of three major Roman cities on the Libyan Coast
sabratha • sabrat • sabrathan • abrotonos • libya
Founded by the Phoenicians, Sabratha was one of three major Roman cities on the Libyan Coast
sabratha • sabrat • sabrathan • abrotonos • libya
The Origins of the Crusades
The origins of the Crusades in general and the First Crusade in particular have been widely debated by scholars and historians.
the crusades • umayyad caliphate • first crusade • reconquista • byzantine empire
The origins of the Crusades in general and the First Crusade in particular have been widely debated by scholars and historians.
the crusades • umayyad caliphate • first crusade • reconquista • byzantine empire
The People's Crusade
Led by Walter the Penniless and Peter the Hermit the People's Crusade preceded the First Crusade by several months.
the people's crusade • the prelude to the first crusade • the origin of the people's crusade • people's crusade council of cleremont • people's crusade pope urban ii
Led by Walter the Penniless and Peter the Hermit the People's Crusade preceded the First Crusade by several months.
the people's crusade • the prelude to the first crusade • the origin of the people's crusade • people's crusade council of cleremont • people's crusade pope urban ii
The Practice of Veiling
While the practice of veiling is predominantly a Muslim custom today, its roots go back to the ancient Near East and Mediterranean, long before the days of Muhammad.
practice of veiling • history of veiling • history of the veil • history of the hijab • women in islam
While the practice of veiling is predominantly a Muslim custom today, its roots go back to the ancient Near East and Mediterranean, long before the days of Muhammad.
practice of veiling • history of veiling • history of the veil • history of the hijab • women in islam
Justinian's Achievements in the 6th Century
The long reign of Justinian resulted in attempts to recover lost western provinces from barbarian control, the codification of Roman law, & construction of Hagia Sophia.
achievements of justinian • justinian's reign • code of justinian • construction of hagia sophia • belisarius
The long reign of Justinian resulted in attempts to recover lost western provinces from barbarian control, the codification of Roman law, & construction of Hagia Sophia.
achievements of justinian • justinian's reign • code of justinian • construction of hagia sophia • belisarius
The Custom of Giving Russian Easter Eggs and It's Origins
This article, one in a four part series, explores the political and religious influences on the unique Russian gift tradition of giving eggs at Easter.
russia • easter eggs • gift-giving • customs • orthodox
This article, one in a four part series, explores the political and religious influences on the unique Russian gift tradition of giving eggs at Easter.
russia • easter eggs • gift-giving • customs • orthodox
The History of Mosaic Art
Pictures and designs created with various types and colors of tessera (tile) and other materials form mosaic art with more than just a decorative purpose.
mosaic • art of function and design • history of mosaic art • mosaic art • ancient art
Pictures and designs created with various types and colors of tessera (tile) and other materials form mosaic art with more than just a decorative purpose.
mosaic • art of function and design • history of mosaic art • mosaic art • ancient art
Giochi d’Acqua
The next time that people visit your garden, suddenly turn on the sprinklers and watch your guests try to escape.
giochi d’acqua • water games • pneumatica • hydraulis
The next time that people visit your garden, suddenly turn on the sprinklers and watch your guests try to escape.
giochi d’acqua • water games • pneumatica • hydraulis
The Turks
This article is on the Turkish people and their nation. It seeks to explain the history of the Turkish nation and the
turkey • turks • pasha • europe
This article is on the Turkish people and their nation. It seeks to explain the history of the Turkish nation and the
turkey • turks • pasha • europe
Ancient Bosra a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Bosra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and once ancient capital of the Roman province of Arabia, lies 120 kilometres south of the Syrian city of Damascus.
bosra syria • roman emperor trajan • roman empire • byzantine period • basilica of bahira
Bosra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and once ancient capital of the Roman province of Arabia, lies 120 kilometres south of the Syrian city of Damascus.
bosra syria • roman emperor trajan • roman empire • byzantine period • basilica of bahira
Arabian Conquests of Early Egypt
Egypt's history dates back to about 700,000 years ago as evidenced by the fossils of early man who lived in the region.
egyptian arabians • egyptian pharaohs • ancient egypt invasions • arabian empire in egypt • egyptian early religions
Egypt's history dates back to about 700,000 years ago as evidenced by the fossils of early man who lived in the region.
egyptian arabians • egyptian pharaohs • ancient egypt invasions • arabian empire in egypt • egyptian early religions
Biography of Constantine I
Constantine I was given the title of 'Great', and have been known as Constantine The Great down to present times because of his promotion of Christianity.
constantine i • christianity • roman emperor • constantine the great • western empire
Constantine I was given the title of 'Great', and have been known as Constantine The Great down to present times because of his promotion of Christianity.
constantine i • christianity • roman emperor • constantine the great • western empire
Book review: Armies of Medieval Russia 750-1250 by David Nicolle
The latest in Osprey's Men-at-Arms series is a shining example of their craft.
wargaming • beginner • dba • warhammer • reference
The latest in Osprey's Men-at-Arms series is a shining example of their craft.
wargaming • beginner • dba • warhammer • reference
Enjoy Drinking Ouzo in Greece
Why not do as the locals do and relax with a glass or two of the popular aniseed flavoured drink Ouzo. Here's how to make the most of Ouzo.
greek ouzo • how to drink ouzo • greek most popular drink • drinking ouzo • greece touring tips
Why not do as the locals do and relax with a glass or two of the popular aniseed flavoured drink Ouzo. Here's how to make the most of Ouzo.
greek ouzo • how to drink ouzo • greek most popular drink • drinking ouzo • greece touring tips
Guy Kavriel Kay
This week's article is about fantasy writer Guy Kavriel Kay.
guy kavriel kay • fantasy genre • reviews
This week's article is about fantasy writer Guy Kavriel Kay.
guy kavriel kay • fantasy genre • reviews
Harald Hardrada
Harald Hardrada was the last of the great Viking Kings. He would meet his end in England.
harald hardrada • fulford gate • stamford bridge • tostig godwinson • varangian guard
Harald Hardrada was the last of the great Viking Kings. He would meet his end in England.
harald hardrada • fulford gate • stamford bridge • tostig godwinson • varangian guard
How Hagia Sophia was Built
Byzantine Emperor Justinian built the great Christian church, Hagia Sophia, but soon ran into many problems.
justinian • hagia sophia • byzantine • constantinople • architecture
Byzantine Emperor Justinian built the great Christian church, Hagia Sophia, but soon ran into many problems.
justinian • hagia sophia • byzantine • constantinople • architecture
Manuel II Paleologus pt 2
Since Benedict XVI quoted him in a speech on September 12, 2006, Manuel II's words have been closely examined. But what about the motivations behind them?
manuel ii • paleologus • palaiologos • palaeologus • twenty-six dialogues with a persian
Since Benedict XVI quoted him in a speech on September 12, 2006, Manuel II's words have been closely examined. But what about the motivations behind them?
manuel ii • paleologus • palaiologos • palaeologus • twenty-six dialogues with a persian
Manuel II Paleologus pt I
Much ado has been made about Pope Benedict XVI's quoting of late 14th-century Byzantine Emperor Manuel II Paleologus. But who was Manuel II?
manuel ii • benedict xvi • paleologus • palaiologos • palaeologus
Much ado has been made about Pope Benedict XVI's quoting of late 14th-century Byzantine Emperor Manuel II Paleologus. But who was Manuel II?
manuel ii • benedict xvi • paleologus • palaiologos • palaeologus
The Bible in the Middle Ages
The Roman Catholic Church dominated religious life in Western Europe during the bulk of the medieval period, and it tightly controlled the availability of the Holy Bible.
the bible in the middle ages • vulgate • roman catholic • western europe • printing
The Roman Catholic Church dominated religious life in Western Europe during the bulk of the medieval period, and it tightly controlled the availability of the Holy Bible.
the bible in the middle ages • vulgate • roman catholic • western europe • printing
The Feudal System in Romania
The establishment and development of the feudal system in Romania during the medieval period created landowning and peasant classes.
the feudal system in romania • establishment of a feudal system • development of the feudal system • feudal system class structure • landowners and peasants in medieval romania
The establishment and development of the feudal system in Romania during the medieval period created landowning and peasant classes.
the feudal system in romania • establishment of a feudal system • development of the feudal system • feudal system class structure • landowners and peasants in medieval romania
The Makings of the First Crusade (1)
Looking at the origins of the First Crusade in western Europe
crusade • first • pope • urban • war
Looking at the origins of the First Crusade in western Europe
crusade • first • pope • urban • war
What is Ancient History?
What is the point of studying ancient history? This article will help to clear up what it is exactly, and why it is so important to keep it alive and continue learning f
history • ancient history • archaeology • greece • rome
What is the point of studying ancient history? This article will help to clear up what it is exactly, and why it is so important to keep it alive and continue learning f
history • ancient history • archaeology • greece • rome
Anna Notaras
A Byzantine lady, daughter of the last prime minister of Byzantium, Anna Notaras, settled in Venice in the 15th century and became a patron of Greek typography.
anna notaras • anna notara • byzantine lady • venice • greek typography
A Byzantine lady, daughter of the last prime minister of Byzantium, Anna Notaras, settled in Venice in the 15th century and became a patron of Greek typography.
anna notaras • anna notara • byzantine lady • venice • greek typography
Anti-Semitism in the Crusades
One of the side effects of Pope Urban II's call for Crusade in 1095 was an increase in violence against Jews in France and Germany.
anti-semitism in the crusades • jewish persecution during the middle ages • jews in the crusades • jewish persecution in france • jewish persecution in germany
One of the side effects of Pope Urban II's call for Crusade in 1095 was an increase in violence against Jews in France and Germany.
anti-semitism in the crusades • jewish persecution during the middle ages • jews in the crusades • jewish persecution in france • jewish persecution in germany
Background on North and South Ossetia
There are over half a million ethnic Ossetians. They speak a language from the Iranian family (like the Pashto langauge of Afghanistan). Most are Christians.
how big is ossetia • ossetia's economy • a history of the ossetias • modern politics of ossetia • north ossetia
There are over half a million ethnic Ossetians. They speak a language from the Iranian family (like the Pashto langauge of Afghanistan). Most are Christians.
how big is ossetia • ossetia's economy • a history of the ossetias • modern politics of ossetia • north ossetia
Bogomilism – Another Spiritual Impulse
Bogomilism was simply a synthesis of the ancient spiritual wisdom and the moral purity of the authentic Christianity
bogomilism • bogomils • heresies • occult doctrines • social-religious movements
Bogomilism was simply a synthesis of the ancient spiritual wisdom and the moral purity of the authentic Christianity
bogomilism • bogomils • heresies • occult doctrines • social-religious movements
Hejaz Railway – Built by the Ottoman Empire
In the first year of the 20th century the Ottoman sultan ordered the start of building work on the Hejaz railway to allow easier access for pilgrims to the holy places.
hejaz railway • damascus • medina • ma'an • tabuk
In the first year of the 20th century the Ottoman sultan ordered the start of building work on the Hejaz railway to allow easier access for pilgrims to the holy places.
hejaz railway • damascus • medina • ma'an • tabuk
Historical Fantasy
This week's article is about the subgenre of Historical Fantasy.
historical fantasy • fantasy genres • authors • critiques
This week's article is about the subgenre of Historical Fantasy.
historical fantasy • fantasy genres • authors • critiques
Hot Dogs, Sausages, Weiners & Frankfurters
Sausages are the worlds first prepared food. They are made from ground meat, fat, salt and spices that are packed into a casing.
history of sausages and hot dogs • sausages • hot dogs • weiners • frankfurters
Sausages are the worlds first prepared food. They are made from ground meat, fat, salt and spices that are packed into a casing.
history of sausages and hot dogs • sausages • hot dogs • weiners • frankfurters
How to Enjoy London Art Galleries – Winter 2008
Andy Warhol and G. F. Watts, Van Eyck to Titian, Bruegel to Rubens, or Turner to Gauguin: London's art galleries are bursting with exciting exhibitions for Winter 2008
andy warhol • london museums • hayward gallery • massacre of the innocents • pieter bruegel
Andy Warhol and G. F. Watts, Van Eyck to Titian, Bruegel to Rubens, or Turner to Gauguin: London's art galleries are bursting with exciting exhibitions for Winter 2008
andy warhol • london museums • hayward gallery • massacre of the innocents • pieter bruegel
Indigenous Cyprus
Native Cypriots have endured millennia of multiple invaders, yet retain their cultural integrity and claim to land, despite losing half their island to Turkish invaders.
aboriginal autonomy • cypriot nationalism • turkish cypriots • greek cypriots • ethnic cleansing
Native Cypriots have endured millennia of multiple invaders, yet retain their cultural integrity and claim to land, despite losing half their island to Turkish invaders.
aboriginal autonomy • cypriot nationalism • turkish cypriots • greek cypriots • ethnic cleansing
Kiev's Slavic, Greco-Roman History
The Church of the Holy Wisdom did not only commemorate Rus's conversion to Orthodoxy, but it also honored Kiev as a place of education and law.
rus • kiev • kievan princes • yaroslav the wise • st. sophia
The Church of the Holy Wisdom did not only commemorate Rus's conversion to Orthodoxy, but it also honored Kiev as a place of education and law.
rus • kiev • kievan princes • yaroslav the wise • st. sophia
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