The Byzantine Empire Byzantine Empire Establiished by Constattine in 4th Century CE at Constantinople Greek became the official language in 6th Century – Beginnings of the difference between the two Benefits from it closeness to Greece (regarding commercial development) Justiinian – 6th Century, makes Byzantine empire secure and organizes Justinian’s Code – Codifed Roman laws. Set of laws that spread to the rest of Europe Conflict from Outside – 7th Century – thwarts the Muslim advances but lost important lands. 10th Century – One of the most powerful Empires in the world Similarities between Byzantine Empire and Chinese Emperor ordained by God Women occasionally ruled Dominated by Aristocrats Connected by commerce   Difference between the east and west lead to a split of the Church in 1054. Why did they split? Rights of the patriarchs Patriarchs in Rome, Constatinople, Antioch, Alexandria, Jerusalem Biggest dispute between Rome (pope) and Constantinople – Language of the Church – East used Cyrillic (Slavic Language) Bread used in mass Priest celibacy Eastern Europe becomes the battleground for Christian Missionary work Decline of Byzantine Empire Battle of Manzikert – 1071 – Beginning of the end Conquered by Ottomans in 1453 Emergence of Kievan Russia Slavic people migrate to what is today Russia Influenced by Scandamnavian people and Byzantine Empire 12th Century – Kiev becomes more organized and the leader, Vladimir I converts to Orthodox Church Became the largest European State Byzantine Influence Kiev was closes to Byzantine Influence so they adopted some of their practices Code of Laws, mvmt from polahgmy to monogamy Liked the strong central ruler concept Give to poor Art, ICONS Architecture Lacked strong organized central power Led to their downfall when the Mongols invagded Russian Orthodoxy survived

Byzantine Empire Marks the division of the Roman Empire 284 Split by whom? (Diocletian) Rome West-Rome. Rome East-Constantinople: center/seat of the Byzantine Emp. Eastern: Exists for 1000 years after Rome falls Develops its own identity: Politically, Economically, Socially, Religiously

Development of Constantinople Originally Greek fishing colony (600 BCE) Prosperous because of location (trade) Roman city established by Constantine Christian Emperor 7th Century Muslim Influence Greek and Roman Influence Roman Religious Roots Empirical Practicality Warfare City Building and Planning Greek Language Philosophy/ Religion: Eastern Orthodoxy will be the synthesis of Greek Christians who separated from Rome

Byzantium Characteristics Principle 1: RELIGION Religious center based on the Byzantine traditions Splendor in architecture and faith. Principle 2: TOUGHNESS Sieged almost relentlessly Fell only 2 times Due to the militaristic design of its cities inside the triple walls of Theodosius

The Great Schism Originates in Split of Roman Empire Eastern Christians accept word of patriarch vs pope (rights of leader) Different Traditions Use of Icons (idolatry or not?) Iconoclasm and Islam’s influence Celibacy Language of Mass “Bread” used in mass 1054 Eastern Europe becomes the battleground for Christian Missionary work   Decline of Byzantine Empire Battle of Manzikert – 1071 – Beginning of the end Conquered by Ottomans in 1453 Emergence of Kievan Russia Slavic people migrate to what is today Russia Influenced by Scandamnavian people and Byzantine Empire 12th Century – Kiev becomes more organized and the leader, Vladimir I converts to Orthodox Church Became the largest European State Byzantine Influence Kiev was closes to Byzantine Influence so they adopted some of their practices Code of Laws, mvmt from polahgmy to monogamy Liked the strong central ruler concept Give to poor Art, ICONS Architecture Lacked strong organized central power Led to their downfall when the Mongols invagded Russian Orthodoxy survi

Byzantine Accomplishments 641-1025 AD: Justinian began Justinian’s Code: Basis for future European Legal syss. Advances in Military and Religious influence the key. Major developments in Art and Architecture Emperor Leo: using GREEK FIRE twice turned back the Muslim Invaders Will eventually bring about the Crusades

Byzantine Decline Begins in 11th Century Reasons? Taxation Trade from Venice: competition Too much expansion Religious controversies with Rome and within Ends in 1453 – Falls to Ottoman Turks (Empire) The Battle of Manzikert (1071) During this period of decline there is still a Byzantine influence in the region  

Emergence of Kievan Russia Slavic Migrations Scandanavian/Baltic Influence 12th Century – Vladimir I Largest State

Evidence of Influence Kievan governments adopted Byzantine practices Laws, marriage Ruler rights Art Architecture

Decline of Kiev Lacked strong organized central power Led to their downfall when the Mongols invaded Russian Orthodoxy survived

Byzantine Empire Established by Constantine Christian Emperor Language 4th Century @ Constantinople Christian Emperor Language Greek (would become a big issue) Language of commerce and location makes Empire thrive Codified Laws Justinian's code – codified set of laws based upon rome Spreads to all of europe 7th Century Muslim Influence Thwarts advances but loses key lands 10th Century One of most powerfule empires in world

Byzantine/Chinese Similarities Emperor Ordained by god Women Occasionally ruled Aristocrats Dominate society Commercial Connection Silk road ties them together  

The Role of Eastern Europe in Christianity The Great Schism 1054 Why did they split Rights of leaders Language Bread used in mass Celibacy … The Role of Eastern Europe in Christianity Eastern Europe becomes the battleground for Christian Missionary work   Decline of Byzantine Empire Battle of Manzikert – 1071 – Beginning of the end Conquered by Ottomans in 1453 Emergence of Kievan Russia Slavic people migrate to what is today Russia Influenced by Scandamnavian people and Byzantine Empire 12th Century – Kiev becomes more organized and the leader, Vladimir I converts to Orthodox Church Became the largest European State Byzantine Influence Kiev was closes to Byzantine Influence so they adopted some of their practices Code of Laws, mvmt from polahgmy to monogamy Liked the strong central ruler concept Give to poor Art, ICONS Architecture Lacked strong organized central power Led to their downfall when the Mongols invagded Russian Orthodoxy survi

Byzantine Decline Begins in 11th Century with… The Battle of Manzikert Ends in 1453 – Ottomans During this period of decline there is still a Byzantine influence in the region  

Emergence of Kievan Russia Slavic Migrations Scandanavian/Baltic Influence 12th Century – Vladimir I Largest State

Evidence of Influence Kievan governments adopted Byzantine practices Laws, marriage Ruler rights Art Architecture

Decline of Kiev Lacked strong organized central power Led to their downfall when the Mongols invaded Russian Orthodoxy survived

Emergence of Kievan Russia Slavic Migrations Slavic people mainly populated what today is Eastern Europe Scandanavian/Baltic and Byzantine Influence Contact brought culture, institutions, and architecture Relied upon Vikings for trade route protection Invite Rurik to come and lead them (establish order) Vikings at this time were no longer exploring as they once had Many were Christian, political institution were forming Trade was essential in region along rivers(ESP DNIEPER) Rus referred to either Slavic, Viking, or Blend of the people (SEE PAGE 427 SPODEK) Principalities as political units Kievan Russia controlled by a grand prince Principalities (city-states) ruled by a prince and assisted by councils of merchants and boyars (landed nobles) 12th Century – Vladimir I: Viking or Rus Kiev becomes more organized and the leader, Vladimir I converts to Orthodox Church Became Largest European State

Evidence of Influence Kievan governments adopted Byzantine practices Vladimir(ruled 980 – 1015) sent out people to observe all different religions and he was most impressed with Eastern Orthodox Church Height of Kievan Russia under Yaroslav (Vladimir’s Son) Ruled 1019 Political, Cultural, and Height Looked to by Europeans coming out of the Middle Ages as a model society Laws, marriage Justinian’s Code and laws of monogamy Ruler rights Liked the strong central ruler concept of Byzantium Art Use of icons Architecture Similar to Constantinople

Decline of Kiev Lacked strong organized central power Yaroslav divided lands toward the end of his life No clear rules of succession and heirs battled Led to their downfall when the Mongols invaded Russian Orthodoxy survived