byzantine empire
The law code that resulted from the emperor of the Byzantine Empire.
who is justinian's code
he wife and co-ruler of Justinian.
Theodora
The feeling most people had at this time, which made the spread of Christianity much easier. the Church that followed the Eastern traditions of Christianity as opposed to the Western traditions.
Orthodox church
Grand Duke Vladimir selected this religion as the state religion for the state.
christianity
As a result of Cyril and Methodius’ work this version of Christianity spread to the Rus.
Byzantine
Justinian’s top general who took North Africa and Italy.
who is belisarius
After the fall of Rome, the Eastern Roman Empire was given this name.
Byzantine Empire
The elected head of a monastery.
abbot
Located nearby, this country had the greatest cultural impact on the Byzantine Empire
greece
The two name of the two monasteries that developed in Europe in the Middle Ages.
Benedictine and celtic
Considered a striking example of Byzantine architecture that was built during the reign of Justinian.
what is the hagia sophia
Images created with tiny bits of tile fitted together and cemented into place
mosaics
A collection of rules or guidelines for monks and monasteries.
benedictine rule
The Greek monks are responsible for the spread of Christianity.
cyril and methodius
Many people joined this group because they were excited to share the ideas of Christianity.
missionaries
The invaders that were responsible for the final decline of Constantinople.
who are the Ottoman Turks
Paintings or carvings of Jesus, Mary, or a saint
icons
Voluntary separation from society, usually in monasteries, to dedicate one’s life to God.
monasticism
This person is hero and modern-day saint in Russia, known for defeating the Swedes and the Teutonic Knights.
alexander nevsky
The main cause for the schism in 1054.
theological differences
These two characteristics were central to Byzantine culture.
what are the emperor and christianity
Church leaders
The term historians use to denote the society of Western Europe where people are linked by common customs and the Christian religion.
christendom
This group from Asia ended Russian rule in Kievan-Rus. Hint: Alexander Nevsky convinced Russians to surrender to them.
mongols
The feeling most people had at this time, which made the spread of Christianity much easier.
despair and suffering