Byzantine Empire and Related Terms

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diffusion

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the act of spreading something more widely

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Christianity

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a religion based on the teachings of Jesus

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Latin

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the language of ancient Rome and its empire

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Justinian

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most important ruler of the Byzantine Empire; known for creating the Code of Justinian & the Hagia Sophia

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architecture

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the art or practice of designing and constructing buildings

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Constantinople

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city named after Roman Emperor Constantine; capital of the Byzantine Empire

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Hagia Sophia

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masterpiece church built during Justinian’s rule.