Byzantine Empire Pt. II

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A separate sect (version or denomination) of Christianity and the 3rd largest denomination in Christianity, headquartered in Constantinople. Main language is Greek.

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What is the Eastern Orthodox Church?

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Who promoted the Orthodox Church as the Empire's sole religion?

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Justinian

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What were the consequences of Justinian's religious policies?

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Justinian outlawed non-orthodox schools and practices, which were unpopular due to the Empire's diversity.

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A 100,000 capacity chariot stadium in Constantinople, central to the city's entertainment and economic culture.

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What is the Hippodrome?

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In 532, people rioted due to high taxes and restrictive religious laws, resulting in 1/3 of the city in ruins and 30,000 slaughtered on Justinian and Theodora's command.

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What were the Nika Riots?

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The great cathedral of Constantinople, designed by scholars Isadore & Anthemius, intended to aid in rebuilding the city and Justinian and Theodora's reputation.

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What is the Hagia Sofia?

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What impact did the bubonic plague have on the Byzantine Empire?

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From 540-549, the bubonic plague killed 25% of the population. Justinian fell into a coma, and Theodora controlled the Empire during his recovery.

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What happened after Theodora's death?

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Theodora died in 548, possibly from cancer. Justinian ruled alone for the next 17 years, as his empire and dreams stalled.