Justinian sought to restore the empire's greatness. He re-established Roman control in the western Mediterranean. He rewrote the Roman law, which is still the basis for civil law in many states. Many consider Theodora, his mistress and later wife, to be his co-ruler.
The mosaics of Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora are an important part of Basilica of San Vitale. These mosaics are made of small pieces of colored glass and stones.
Justinian made countless contributions to society. He ordered the restoration of many christian churches and cities that were destroyed and the creation of the Hippodrome. He also created the Justinian Code. 4000 roman laws were abridged into 4 pages. Justinian also reconquered much of the old roman empire including North Africa an Asia Minor. Theodora also made many contributions. Theodora created many reforms and expanded the rights of women in divorce and property ownership, gave mothers some guardianship over their children, and forbid the killing of a wife who committed adultery. Together, Justinian and Theodora saved the Byzantine empire from falling apart. They rebuilt the city of Constantinople which protected it for hundreds of years from invaders.
She influenced policies regarding women, including divorce laws and property ownership, and also was a very helpful advisor to Justinian. For example, during the Nika Riots, when the people fought for gambling, homosexuality, and lower taxes, Theodora convinced Justinian to stay and fight, rather than flee and leave the throne behind. He stayed, and the rioters were killed.
Justinian I (or the Great) was the maternal nephew of Justin I, the previous emperor. Justin adopted Justinian, making him his heir. Justinian was also his closest confidant and was made associate emperor in the year when Justin died. It is thought that Justinian was a virtual regent long before this because Justin became senile. However, there is no conclusive evidence. Still, at the end of Justin's reign, Justinian was a de facto ruler. when Justin died, Justinian became sole ruler.
They did not agree with some of the things he had to do with the society. they didn't agree with Justinian's society
The mosaics of Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora are an important part of Basilica of San Vitale. These mosaics are made of small pieces of colored glass and stones.
Her intelligence and political acumen made her Justinian's most trusted adviser and enabled her to use the power and influence to promote religious and social policies.
Her intelligence and political acumen made her Justinian's most trusted adviser and enabled her to use the power and influence to promote religious and social policies.
Her intelligence and political acumen made her Justinian's most trusted adviser and enabled her to use the power and influence to promote religious and social policies.
Justinian made countless contributions to society. He ordered the restoration of many christian churches and cities that were destroyed and the creation of the Hippodrome. He also created the Justinian Code. 4000 roman laws were abridged into 4 pages. Justinian also reconquered much of the old roman empire including North Africa an Asia Minor. Theodora also made many contributions. Theodora created many reforms and expanded the rights of women in divorce and property ownership, gave mothers some guardianship over their children, and forbid the killing of a wife who committed adultery. Together, Justinian and Theodora saved the Byzantine empire from falling apart. They rebuilt the city of Constantinople which protected it for hundreds of years from invaders.
She influenced policies regarding women, including divorce laws and property ownership, and also was a very helpful advisor to Justinian. For example, during the Nika Riots, when the people fought for gambling, homosexuality, and lower taxes, Theodora convinced Justinian to stay and fight, rather than flee and leave the throne behind. He stayed, and the rioters were killed.
Their ability to lead.
The reason Theodora changed into the Wicked Witch because her sister, Evanora, gave her a green apple because she was anger at the wizard because he fell in love with Glenda the Good Witch of the South.
Justinian I (or the Great) was the maternal nephew of Justin I, the previous emperor. Justin adopted Justinian, making him his heir. Justinian was also his closest confidant and was made associate emperor in the year when Justin died. It is thought that Justinian was a virtual regent long before this because Justin became senile. However, there is no conclusive evidence. Still, at the end of Justin's reign, Justinian was a de facto ruler. when Justin died, Justinian became sole ruler.
They did not agree with some of the things he had to do with the society. they didn't agree with Justinian's society
Justinian made a cod called "Justinian's Code" which became the basis for many legal codes in the western world.
They did not agree with some of the things he had to do with the society. they didn't agree with Justinian's society