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    to remain unharmed by Islamic efforts to destroy religious images is Archangel Michael, an ivory diptych from the early sixth century. The artist of this sculpture is unknown; however it is presumed that it was created in the court workshop in Constantinople. Artists were usually servants to the court and created many pieces of art including byzantine crosses, and illuminative manuscripts. The diptych consists of two carved panels, usually made of wood or ivory, that are hinged together in efforts

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    Chapter Ten of our textbook relates to the Medieval Civilization: The Rise of Western Europe. The first source I used for this discussion post is the “Medieval Technology & Science: The 1000 AD Pivot” from our Instructor Commentary. This source is relevant to study the topic of Medieval Civilization because it allows us to explore the technology and science used in this era. This source gives us an outline and summary of the Medieval technology and science used. According to this commentary

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    Constantine Constantine the Great is considered to be the founder of the Byzantine Empire. He moved the capitol to Constantinople and dedicated a “new Rome” with the goal of continuing the legacy of the fallen Roman Empire. He did so on the site of the Ancient Greek colony of Byzantium, which is how his empire got its name. This eastern half of the Roman Empire is what survived to leave an impact on the world, while the western half remained only until 476 CE. Additionally, Constantine converted

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    Constantine's Legacy

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    made it so there were fewer civic duties and classified comities between grades. This was a good addition Constantine added to Rome because the empire made more money, which later leads to more options and opportunities for more grand, and better Constantinople. Constantine’s best-known contribution to the Roman empire was the gold solidus coin which was 72 pounds at its best time. This coin was used as a currency for about one thousand years up to the 11 century long after Constantine’s time. The gold

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    mainly concerned with the religious expression. That religious expression specifically includes the translation of Church theology into artistic terms. Byzantine art began with decorating the walls and domes of the churches. In the Constantinople, the art was the icon which represents the holy images. This was developed in the monasteries of the church. The icons illustrate the religious or patriotic stories from the bible. In the Byzantine people were making images but a controversy broke

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    used his power to move his capital from Rome to the ancient city of Byzantium. During this time, Constantine renamed his capital New Rome and later became known as Constantinople, Greek for Constantine's City. After Constantine's leadership, the empire was divided between two emperors.  One was based in Rome, and one in Constantinople. After the fall of Rome the eastern half of the empire continued for many years. The East and west had one thing in common for a period of time which was Christianity

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    architectural enterprise, and unifying body of law. His attention was to expand the empire and restore the empire to be as the same as the old Rome and to reestablish his empire as the new Rome that has the concepts of the ancient Rome in the west. Constantinople was authorised to be the capital of the Byzantine Empire. Not only the goal to restore the empire, but Justinian also has other goals that are included of strengthening the governmental system, reform the legal system, improve the church and constructed

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    expanding, attacking to expand their empires. However, they both have differences and similarities between them. Ottoman and Mughal Empire are both led by Muslim leaders, allowed religious freedom, have declined etc. Ottoman’s main capital was Constantinople, but Mughal’s main capital was Delhi. Arts, architecture flourished in both empires. There are more differences identified between these Empires. Ottoman and Mughal Empires share some similarities. Ottoman Empire was founded by Osman I, he was

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    Today, the word ‘byzantine’ is used to describe devious actions: intrigue, plotting, and bribing. [1] Historical records show that Byzantine politics were morally neither worse nor better than politics in previous or later years. The problem with the dominant negative stereotypes of the Byzantine era is that it hides the rich contribution of the Byzantine Empire to the evolution of humanity. Let us list some of those contributions and achievements… One of the most impressive achievements of Byzantium

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    Theodora of Constantinople Kristi Moore History 111 Professor Brian Carey American Military University October 12, 2014 Identify one important historical personality studied in this class through Week 6 and describe three ways this person shaped the age in which he/she lived in. Theodora of Constantinople Throughout history, there had been many people who had made an impact on the world and society in which they had lived. Many had impacted military strategies and political thinking

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