Byzantine Empire Byzantine Empire

Focus 1/7 The Byzantine Empire preserved Greek and Roman culture in the east. Under Justinian, the Byzantine built the Hagia Sophia and established a set of law codes known as Justinian's Code. Justinian's Code is considered a milestone because it served as a model for future legal systems in Europe. Point for Discussion: Illustrate other examples of legal systems learned in class. Term to Know: Milestone Critical Lens: Legal systems are important to maintain order in any society

Byzantine Empire After the fall of the Western Roman Empire, the Eastern portion becomes known as Byzantine Empire

Byzantine Empire Capital city of Byzantine Empire was Constantinople

Byzantine Empire Constantinople owed its success to geography - well protected - located on key trade routes between Asia and Europe

Byzantine Empire Preserved Greek and Roman culture Developed Greek Orthodox Church

Byzantine Empire Differences Between Greek Orthodox and Catholic Christians Catholics Greek Orthodox Pope is at the head Do not recognize Pope Latin – Official Language Greek – Official Language Christmas – Chief Holiday Easter Chief Holiday Priests can not marry Priests can marry

Byzantine Empire Most famous Emperor was Justinian Justinian was an autocrat (someone with total power)

Byzantine Empire Justinian’s Code – code of laws influenced by the Romans

Byzantine Empire Justinian attempts to restore Rome

Byzantine Empire Justinian’s greatest architectural feat was building a church called the Hagia Sophia

Byzantine Empire Pantheon of Rome Byzantine’s Hagia Sophia

Byzantine Empire Graphic Summary

Closure Explain why the Byzantine Capital of Constantinople was so successful. Illustrate key differences between the Roman Catholic and Greek Orthodox Churches. Name two cultures preserved by the Byzantine Empire and why was the preservation of these two cultures important. Name two achievements by Justinian and explain how each was influenced by the Romans.