Articles related to "Emperor Constantine"
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
The Beginnings of Christianity
A brief history of what Christianity looked like during its most formative years.
beginnings of christianity • catholicism • denominations • catholic vs gnostic • council of nicea
A brief history of what Christianity looked like during its most formative years.
beginnings of christianity • catholicism • denominations • catholic vs gnostic • council of nicea
The Church of the Nativity Bethlehem
The Church of the Nativity in Manger Square in the centre of Bethlehem is one of Christianity's most revered sites. It is according to tradition the birthplace of Jesus
church of the nativity bethlehem • door of humility • grotto of the nativity • emperor constantine • emperor justinian
The Church of the Nativity in Manger Square in the centre of Bethlehem is one of Christianity's most revered sites. It is according to tradition the birthplace of Jesus
church of the nativity bethlehem • door of humility • grotto of the nativity • emperor constantine • emperor justinian
The History of Baptism
The history and the time line for how Baptism started, developed, and grew into a major Christian moment in an individuals' faith.
history of baptism • jewish ritual • christian doctrine • catholicism • catholic
The history and the time line for how Baptism started, developed, and grew into a major Christian moment in an individuals' faith.
history of baptism • jewish ritual • christian doctrine • catholicism • catholic
Saint Sylvester I, Pope
St. Sylvester reigned for a long period, but little is known of his life. His advising Constantine and his building projects are his lasting achievements.
saint • st. • saint sylvester • saint silvester • pope sylvester
St. Sylvester reigned for a long period, but little is known of his life. His advising Constantine and his building projects are his lasting achievements.
saint • st. • saint sylvester • saint silvester • pope sylvester
The Emperor Julian the Apostate
Emperor from 361, Julian was the last Pagan Roman Emperor. Brought up as a Christian, revival of the old religions earned him the title 'apostate'.
emperor julian • emperor julian the apostate • julian the apostate • last pagan roman emperor • last pagan emperor
Emperor from 361, Julian was the last Pagan Roman Emperor. Brought up as a Christian, revival of the old religions earned him the title 'apostate'.
emperor julian • emperor julian the apostate • julian the apostate • last pagan roman emperor • last pagan emperor
The Fall of Constantinople, 1453
In 1453 CE, the city of Constantinople fell to the Ottoman Empire. The conquest was one of history's turning points.
city of constantinople • constantinople • emperor constantine • byzantium • hundred years war
In 1453 CE, the city of Constantinople fell to the Ottoman Empire. The conquest was one of history's turning points.
city of constantinople • constantinople • emperor constantine • byzantium • hundred years war
The Time of Year of Jesus’ Birth
Western Christians celebrate Christ's birth on 25 December, Eastern Christians on 6 January. How did they arrive at these dates?
determination when christ born • origin christmas december 25 • history christmas early church • christianity's assimilation pagan religion deus so • epiphany theophany january 6
Western Christians celebrate Christ's birth on 25 December, Eastern Christians on 6 January. How did they arrive at these dates?
determination when christ born • origin christmas december 25 • history christmas early church • christianity's assimilation pagan religion deus so • epiphany theophany january 6
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
The First General Council of Nicaea
Many of the earliest General Councils were formed to define dogma and remove heresies.
general councils of the catholic church • general council of nicaea • general council of constantinople • general council of ephesus • general council of chalcedon
Many of the earliest General Councils were formed to define dogma and remove heresies.
general councils of the catholic church • general council of nicaea • general council of constantinople • general council of ephesus • general council of chalcedon
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
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
History of Christmas Traditions
Every year, families go on autopilot as they perform Christmas traditions without knowing why. Here is the history behind some of the most beloved yuletide traditions.
history of christmas traditions • christmas folklore • history of mistletoe • history of poinsettias • history of december 25th
Every year, families go on autopilot as they perform Christmas traditions without knowing why. Here is the history behind some of the most beloved yuletide traditions.
history of christmas traditions • christmas folklore • history of mistletoe • history of poinsettias • history of december 25th
Istanbul Odd Facts and Fun Figures
Founded by Constantine the Great and once called Constantinople, this fascinating Turkish city is filled with unusual stories and surprising facts
istanbul • constantinople • turkey • ankara • fez
Founded by Constantine the Great and once called Constantinople, this fascinating Turkish city is filled with unusual stories and surprising facts
istanbul • constantinople • turkey • ankara • fez
St Andrew, Patron Saint of Scotland
Little is known about the life of St Andrew, who went from being a humble fisherman to become the patron saint of Scotland, where a town is named after him.
st andrew patron saint of scotland • st andrew • saint andrew • st andrews day • history of st andrews day
Little is known about the life of St Andrew, who went from being a humble fisherman to become the patron saint of Scotland, where a town is named after him.
st andrew patron saint of scotland • st andrew • saint andrew • st andrews day • history of st andrews day
The Historical St. Nicholas
Who is the historical Nicholas and how is he revered in Eastern European countries and traditions?
saint nicholas • sinterklaas • historical saint nicholas • historische sinterklaas • bishop of myra
Who is the historical Nicholas and how is he revered in Eastern European countries and traditions?
saint nicholas • sinterklaas • historical saint nicholas • historische sinterklaas • bishop of myra
Visiting Istanbul in Turkey
Connecting the Middle East with Europe, Istanbul's important sites include Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar.
visiting istanbul in turkey • istanbul top visitor sites • traveling to istanbul • mosques and churches in istanbul • visiting the grand bazaar
Connecting the Middle East with Europe, Istanbul's important sites include Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar.
visiting istanbul in turkey • istanbul top visitor sites • traveling to istanbul • mosques and churches in istanbul • visiting the grand bazaar
West Bank Bethlehem Part of Palestine History
West Bank Bethlehem sits almost 2,500 feet above sea level only five miles from Jerusalem. It is for Christians, Jews and Muslims a special place.
bethlehem palestine • bethlehem west bank • bethlehem israel • palestine history • amarna letters
West Bank Bethlehem sits almost 2,500 feet above sea level only five miles from Jerusalem. It is for Christians, Jews and Muslims a special place.
bethlehem palestine • bethlehem west bank • bethlehem israel • palestine history • amarna letters
A Brief History of the Catholic Church
Globally, 1 of every 6 persons is a Catholic, Zenit news reports. The largest Christian church and organized religious institution is made up of 1.1 billion worshipers.
history of the church • facts about the roman catholic church • learn about catholicism • papal infallibility • jesus christ
Globally, 1 of every 6 persons is a Catholic, Zenit news reports. The largest Christian church and organized religious institution is made up of 1.1 billion worshipers.
history of the church • facts about the roman catholic church • learn about catholicism • papal infallibility • jesus christ
Alemanni Liechtenstein
Roman power in the Alps waned as wave after wave of barbarian tribes invaded the region. One tribe, the Alemanni, was to have a profound effect of the future character of the people of Liechtenstein
liechtenstein • rome • barbarians • alamanni • alemanni
Roman power in the Alps waned as wave after wave of barbarian tribes invaded the region. One tribe, the Alemanni, was to have a profound effect of the future character of the people of Liechtenstein
liechtenstein • rome • barbarians • alamanni • alemanni
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
Berlin Jewish Museum Shows German Jewish History
The Jewish Museum is a place of documentation and a gesture of reconciliation in Jewish Berlin. Demand for guided tours and educational seminars has doubled since 2001.
jewish museum berlin by daniel libeskind • architect daniel libeskind design • history of jewish people in germany • jewish berlin and jewish sites in berlin • jüdisches museum berlin
The Jewish Museum is a place of documentation and a gesture of reconciliation in Jewish Berlin. Demand for guided tours and educational seminars has doubled since 2001.
jewish museum berlin by daniel libeskind • architect daniel libeskind design • history of jewish people in germany • jewish berlin and jewish sites in berlin • jüdisches museum berlin
Constantinople and the Bosporus
Settled as early as the 7th Century BC, Byzantium and the Bosporus represented important strategic and commercial interests that outlasted the ancient world.
constantinople and the bosporus • importance of the dardanelles • how mehmet captured constantinople • constantinople under the byzantines • fall of constantinople
Settled as early as the 7th Century BC, Byzantium and the Bosporus represented important strategic and commercial interests that outlasted the ancient world.
constantinople and the bosporus • importance of the dardanelles • how mehmet captured constantinople • constantinople under the byzantines • fall of constantinople
Eastern Roman Empire Compared to the West
Centered around Constantinople, the Eastern Empire evolved into the Byzantine Empire, preserving Roman culture, law, and Christian institutions.
eastern roman empire.east and west roman empire co • why the eastern empire endured • the fall of rome and the eastern empire • western roman provinces and the barbarians • preserving imperial rome in the east
Centered around Constantinople, the Eastern Empire evolved into the Byzantine Empire, preserving Roman culture, law, and Christian institutions.
eastern roman empire.east and west roman empire co • why the eastern empire endured • the fall of rome and the eastern empire • western roman provinces and the barbarians • preserving imperial rome in the east
Heliopolis, Center of Learning
The ancient Egyptian religion only died when Christianity came into the ascendant with the emperor Constantine under the Roman Empire.
roman empire • constantine • plato • alexander • 4th dynasty
The ancient Egyptian religion only died when Christianity came into the ascendant with the emperor Constantine under the Roman Empire.
roman empire • constantine • plato • alexander • 4th dynasty
Highhlights of Visiting Bethlehem
A few years ago Christians couldn't visit Bethlehem. Although it's under Palestinian authority, the birthplace of Jesus Christ is now open to tourists.
visiting bethhelem • bethlehem highlights • holy sites in bethlehem • tips for visiting bethlehem • holy land sites
A few years ago Christians couldn't visit Bethlehem. Although it's under Palestinian authority, the birthplace of Jesus Christ is now open to tourists.
visiting bethhelem • bethlehem highlights • holy sites in bethlehem • tips for visiting bethlehem • holy land sites
Long Term Effects of the Milvian Bridge Battle
The last emperor to rule over a united Roman Empire, Constantine's decisive battle was seen as divine intervention and would begin the slow process of Christianization.
milvian bridge • battle of the milvian bridge • constantine the great and christianity • constantine's sign • eusebius' account of constantine's sign
The last emperor to rule over a united Roman Empire, Constantine's decisive battle was seen as divine intervention and would begin the slow process of Christianization.
milvian bridge • battle of the milvian bridge • constantine the great and christianity • constantine's sign • eusebius' account of constantine's sign
Magi Bearing Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh
History and religion reveal they were Persian Shamans. St. Matthew called them Magi or Wise Men, who weren't at the Nativity scene. Epiphany celebrates their visit.
magi • shamanic • wise men • oriental kings • persian shamanism
History and religion reveal they were Persian Shamans. St. Matthew called them Magi or Wise Men, who weren't at the Nativity scene. Epiphany celebrates their visit.
magi • shamanic • wise men • oriental kings • persian shamanism
Reformation – Why The Church Needed Reforming
There were many events prior to the Reformation which slowly built up to become the world changing event that became the Reformation.
reformation • church • pope • history • society
There were many events prior to the Reformation which slowly built up to become the world changing event that became the Reformation.
reformation • church • pope • history • society
The Bible and the Gnostic Gospels
The Gnostics claimed to have more secretive and deeper knowledge than those reading the traditional canon of Scripture.
bible gnostic gospels • canon scripture nicea • gnostics secretive deeper knowledge • traditional canon scripture • agnostic know certain
The Gnostics claimed to have more secretive and deeper knowledge than those reading the traditional canon of Scripture.
bible gnostic gospels • canon scripture nicea • gnostics secretive deeper knowledge • traditional canon scripture • agnostic know certain
The Donatist Heresy and Constantine the Great
Following Constantine's policies of religious toleration, the Christian Church began to turn on itself through heresies like Donatism, threatening public peace.
donatist heresy • constantine and the donatists • early church heresies • council of arles • donatism and the synod of rome
Following Constantine's policies of religious toleration, the Christian Church began to turn on itself through heresies like Donatism, threatening public peace.
donatist heresy • constantine and the donatists • early church heresies • council of arles • donatism and the synod of rome
The Dream of the Rood
The 'Dream of the Rood' is a definitive masterpiece of Anglo-Saxon poetry allowing the reader a small glimpse into the early Anglo-Saxon's adoption of Christianity.
the dream of the rood • anglo-saxon literature • anglo-saxon poetry • religious poetry • religious symbols
The 'Dream of the Rood' is a definitive masterpiece of Anglo-Saxon poetry allowing the reader a small glimpse into the early Anglo-Saxon's adoption of Christianity.
the dream of the rood • anglo-saxon literature • anglo-saxon poetry • religious poetry • religious symbols
The Patron Saints
Although some maybe more mythical than others, St. David, St. Andrew, St. George, and St. Patrick have all left a lasting legacy in the United Kingdom.
st. david patron saint of wales • st. george patron saint of england • st. andrew patron saint of scotland • st. patrick patron saint of ireland • dewi sant
Although some maybe more mythical than others, St. David, St. Andrew, St. George, and St. Patrick have all left a lasting legacy in the United Kingdom.
st. david patron saint of wales • st. george patron saint of england • st. andrew patron saint of scotland • st. patrick patron saint of ireland • dewi sant
The Roman Gladiator
Though very low ranking in Roman society, gladiators were widely admired and adored as brave and faithful Romans.
gladiator • roman republic • roman empire • roman society • lanista
Though very low ranking in Roman society, gladiators were widely admired and adored as brave and faithful Romans.
gladiator • roman republic • roman empire • roman society • lanista
The Vatican Scavi Tour
Beneath St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican lies a fascinating discovery: a Roman necropolis, complete with tombs, frescoes and the bones of the first pope.
scavi tour • scavi rome • scavi vatican • tomb of st. peter • tomb of peter
Beneath St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican lies a fascinating discovery: a Roman necropolis, complete with tombs, frescoes and the bones of the first pope.
scavi tour • scavi rome • scavi vatican • tomb of st. peter • tomb of peter
"Buono Natale!"
Making your Christmas list out for a witch? Setting your shoes out to be filled with gifts? Leaving food for a donkey? What kind of Christmas is this?
christmas in italy • old befana • italian christmas traditions and customs • epiphany • st. lucia
Making your Christmas list out for a witch? Setting your shoes out to be filled with gifts? Leaving food for a donkey? What kind of Christmas is this?
christmas in italy • old befana • italian christmas traditions and customs • epiphany • st. lucia
24 Hours in Rome
If travelers only have a day to spare in the Italian capital, it's unlikely they will be disappointed, as there is plenty to see and do in the Eternal City.
24 hours in rome • what to see in a day in the eternal city • vatican city attractions • coliseum in rome • roman forum
If travelers only have a day to spare in the Italian capital, it's unlikely they will be disappointed, as there is plenty to see and do in the Eternal City.
24 hours in rome • what to see in a day in the eternal city • vatican city attractions • coliseum in rome • roman forum
Abandonment and Infanticide in Ancient Times
Although infanticide was common in many ancient Mediterranean cultures, Roman society preferred abandonment and developed laws to regulate the process.
abandonment of children in the ancient world • infanticide in the ancient world • roman laws on child abandonment • constantine and child abandonment • converting free infants to slaves
Although infanticide was common in many ancient Mediterranean cultures, Roman society preferred abandonment and developed laws to regulate the process.
abandonment of children in the ancient world • infanticide in the ancient world • roman laws on child abandonment • constantine and child abandonment • converting free infants to slaves
Boys' Baby Names Derived from Latin
Many English boys' baby names are based on Latin words. Descriptive names are among the most common, although a number of proper names from Roman times endure even today.
boys' baby names • english male name meanings • latin language • ancient roman proper names • roman emperor nicknames
Many English boys' baby names are based on Latin words. Descriptive names are among the most common, although a number of proper names from Roman times endure even today.
boys' baby names • english male name meanings • latin language • ancient roman proper names • roman emperor nicknames
History of Easter
Easter closely associated with the arrival of spring and the renewal of life on Earth
easter history • easter traditions • easter celebrations • easter day • easter date
Easter closely associated with the arrival of spring and the renewal of life on Earth
easter history • easter traditions • easter celebrations • easter day • easter date
Orthodox Christianity - what is it?
This is a very brief introduction to the Orthodox Church, written mainly for Western Christians and others who are not Orthodox.
orthodox • christianity • church • faith • orthodoxy
This is a very brief introduction to the Orthodox Church, written mainly for Western Christians and others who are not Orthodox.
orthodox • christianity • church • faith • orthodoxy
Pre Nicean Christianity and the Gnostic Gospels
Did the early church suppress alternative forms of Christianity? Were the Gnostic Gospels part of early Christianity? What do the Gnostic Gospels reveal about Jesus?
forms of christianity • pre nicean christianity • early christianity • what do the gnostic gospels reveal about jesus • corruption of the early church
Did the early church suppress alternative forms of Christianity? Were the Gnostic Gospels part of early Christianity? What do the Gnostic Gospels reveal about Jesus?
forms of christianity • pre nicean christianity • early christianity • what do the gnostic gospels reveal about jesus • corruption of the early church
Roman Roads
The network of roads built by the Romans played a significant role in the development of Western Civilization.
roads • roman • rome • ancient • classical
The network of roads built by the Romans played a significant role in the development of Western Civilization.
roads • roman • rome • ancient • classical
Rome on a Budget
I hope you will welcome guest editor Joanne Johansson. Her article is very informative and interesting for anyone planning a trip to Rome. It could also save you a lot of money.
rome • inexpensive accomodation in rome • rome on a budget • free things to see and do while in rome
I hope you will welcome guest editor Joanne Johansson. Her article is very informative and interesting for anyone planning a trip to Rome. It could also save you a lot of money.
rome • inexpensive accomodation in rome • rome on a budget • free things to see and do while in rome
St. Peter´s Basilica: The Church to End all Churches
Who could go to Rome without visiting St. Peter´s Basilica, a triumph of Italian Renaissance art and architecture?
Who could go to Rome without visiting St. Peter´s Basilica, a triumph of Italian Renaissance art and architecture?
The Emperor Carausius
The rebel emperor of Britain and Gaul for eight years, Carausius's story is one of piracy, betrayal and political intrigue during the third century AD.
carausius • emperor carausius • carausius ruler of britain and gaul • carausius emperor of britain and gaul • emperor of britain and gaul
The rebel emperor of Britain and Gaul for eight years, Carausius's story is one of piracy, betrayal and political intrigue during the third century AD.
carausius • emperor carausius • carausius ruler of britain and gaul • carausius emperor of britain and gaul • emperor of britain and gaul
The Gothic War
Many historians view the defeat of Rome in the 4th century war against the Visigoths with the fall of the Western half of the Roman Empire. It certainly didn't help.
the gothic war • visigoths • fall of the western roman empire • emperor valens • the last true roman
Many historians view the defeat of Rome in the 4th century war against the Visigoths with the fall of the Western half of the Roman Empire. It certainly didn't help.
the gothic war • visigoths • fall of the western roman empire • emperor valens • the last true roman
The History of Tattooing
Tattoos have been used as therapy, protective amulets, to indicate high social status, to ostracize, and were finally popularized as an art form by Roman soldiers.
tattooing history culture • therapeutic protective amulet function • mark social status distinction nobility • ostracize criminal slave • popularized art form
Tattoos have been used as therapy, protective amulets, to indicate high social status, to ostracize, and were finally popularized as an art form by Roman soldiers.
tattooing history culture • therapeutic protective amulet function • mark social status distinction nobility • ostracize criminal slave • popularized art form
The Roman Temple
The Roman temple incorporates elements of the Greek and Etruscan types, but develops into something unique, which inspires Western architecture into the present day.
ancient roman temples • roman religious architecture • roman architecture • ancient roman religious buildings • roman basilica
The Roman temple incorporates elements of the Greek and Etruscan types, but develops into something unique, which inspires Western architecture into the present day.
ancient roman temples • roman religious architecture • roman architecture • ancient roman religious buildings • roman basilica
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
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