He ruled the Byzantine Empire (sometimes called East Roman Empire) from 527-565 AD.
Justinian's rule lasted longer than Constantine.
Basil II did not succeed Justinian I. He succeeded John I Tzimiskes. Justinian I was succeeded by Justin II
Justinian ruled in the East, in the Byzantine Empire
527~565
The Byzantine Empire
Justinian I (or the Great) ruled from 527 to 565 . Justinian II ruled from 685 to 695.
First of all, I think you meant to ask: Did Justinian write Justinian's code because he felt like it or for a different reason? Next, he wrote Justinian's Code because he wanted to rule in an organized government with easy to understand laws. Our law system today is based much upon Justinian's code.
the empire declined because of disease and natural disasters.
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the empire declined because of disease and natural disasters.
The Justinian Code that served for over 900 years.
1st August 527 to the 14th November 565, 38 years 105 days