teach their religion to those who are not followers

religious communities (in this case for men (monks), women (nuns) lived in convents)

separation

declare that a person or group no belongs to the church

image breakers

a big piece of land surrounded by water on 3 sides

paintings of Jesus, Mary, and the saints

Muslim house of worship

patterns or pictures made from small pieces of colored glass or stone

to spread something more widely

relating to the government

become known

a collection of written laws gathered together, usually covering specific subject matter

represents a brilliant moment in Byzantine architecture

principal church of the Byzantine Empire

located in Constantinople

remembered for being one of the most powerful women in history

She used her power and influence to promote religious and social policies

She was one of the first rulers to recognize the rights of women.

the eastern continuation of the Roman Empire after the Western Roman Empire's fall in the fifth century CE.