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Justinian I commissioned the Hagia Sophia in 537 AD as part of his vision to create a magnificent center of Christian worship and to symbolize the power and glory of the Byzantine Empire. The cathedral was intended to demonstrate the unity of church and state, reinforcing his role as both emperor and defender of the faith. Its architectural innovation and grandeur also aimed to surpass the achievements of Rome and solidify Constantinople's status as a leading cultural and religious center.

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