Byzantine Empire and Orthodox Church

The lecture covers the legacy of the Byzantine Empire, focusing on the Great Schism, differences between the Roman Catholic and Greek Orthodox Churches, and the influence of the Byzantine Empire on Russia. It also discusses the decline of the Byzantine Empire and its eventual fall to the Ottoman Turks.

What are the three main legacies of Arnold Schwarzenegger mentioned in the lecture?

• Scientist, Actor, Politician

• Actor, Scientist, Athlete

• Bodybuilder, Actor, Politician

• Bodybuilder, Scientist, Politician

What was the primary cause of the Great Schism?

• Economic collapse

• Geographical distance and cultural differences

• Natural disasters

• Military conflicts

Which language is used in Orthodox services?

• Greek

• Latin

• Aramaic

• Hebrew

Who is the ultimate leader of the Roman Catholic Church?

• Emperor Justinian

• Patriarch Kirill

• Pope Francis

• Saint Cyril

What was the role of the Byzantine emperors in the Orthodox Church?

• They were ceremonial figures

• They controlled church operations

• They were spiritual leaders

• They had no influence

What was a significant result of the Byzantine Empire's influence on Russia?

• Creation of the Cyrillic alphabet

• Adoption of the Latin alphabet

• Conversion to Roman Catholicism

• Development of new military strategies

What architectural feature is distinctive of Russian Orthodox Churches?

• Gothic arches

• Onion domes

• Pillared halls

• Flying buttresses

What was a key factor in the cultural diffusion between the Byzantine Empire and Russia?

• Common religious practices

• Shared language

• Trade routes

• Military alliances

What event marked the beginning of the Byzantine Empire's decline?

• Death of Justinian

• Rise of the Ottoman Empire

• The Great Schism

• The fall of Rome

Which group ultimately conquered Constantinople?

• The Crusaders

• The Visigoths

• The Mongols

• The Ottoman Turks