Roman Empire
What was the period of Roman Peace called?
Pax Romana
What was the Hebrew Bible called?
What did Justinian do to the Roman laws?
He reorganized them into Justinian's Code.
They helped soldiers travel quicker.
What were the Romance Languages?
Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and French
Who was the last leader to rule over the Eastern and Western part of Rome?
Diocletian
Why did people think Jesus was a god?
Because of his reincarnation
How did the Ottomans break Constantinople's walls?
Using cannons!
What helped small villages (provinces) to do well?
They sold their crop to Rome!
What protected the outside of Constantinople?
Moats and walls!
What people did Jesus belong to - the Christians or the Jewish?
The Jewish!
Were Christians discriminated against by Justinian OR were non-Christians?
Neither!
What was Roman art like?
Art on animals, still life, portraits, mythological and historical scenes, and landscapes. Mosaics.
Who was the head of the Eastern Orthodox church?
Patriarchs in different parts of the country.
What caused the Byzantine Empire to fall?
Invaders!
What are some differences between the Jewish and Christian teachings!
1.New Testament: Christians have a book called the New Testament that talks about Jesus. Jews don't use this book.
2. Christians think Jesus is the Messiah, like a superhero sent by God. Jews are still waiting for their superhero, who they call the Messiah.
3. Christians believe in the Father, the Son (Jesus), and the Holy Spirit being like a team. Jews don't think about God this way.
4. Christians believe you go to heaven by trusting in Jesus. Jews believe being good and following God's rules is the way.
5. Special Ceremonies: Christians have special ceremonies like baptism and communion. Jews don't have these ceremonies.