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SFDSChap9Byzantine
SFDS Chapter 9 Byzantine Empire
| Key Item | Definition |
|---|---|
| Justinian | The ruler of the Byzantine Empire. Looked to Rome as an example. Made the Justinian Code, created a good economy because of silk, created a strong army, made Byzantium grand by building massive buildings. |
| Theodora | Wife of Justinian. Helped create more rights for women like women can own property. Helped institute government jobs based on merit and not birth. Protected people who worshipped differently. |
| Justinian Code | A set of laws, written by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian, that served the Byzantine Empire for hundreds of years. |
| Monopoly | Complete control or ownership. |
| Mosaics | A picture made from bits of colored stone or glass. |
| Orthodox | In religion, supported and accepted by tradition. |
| Icons | A holy picture of Jesus Christ or the saints. |
| Patriachs | A church leader. |
| Catholic | All embracing. |