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Divergent Societies
Post Classical Europe West and East
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Manorialism | Economic system during the Middle Ages that revolved around self-sufficient farming estates, where lords and peasants shared the land. |
| Feudalism | a social, economic, and political system in medieval Europe that involved the exchange of land for military service and loyalty. It was a decentralized system that created a hierarchical structure with local lords holding significant power |
| Fief | a piece of land granted by a lord to a vassal in exchange for service and loyalty. The vassal would manage the fief and provide military support to the lord when required. |
| Serf | a laborer bound under the feudal system to work on the lord's estate. Serfs were not slaves but had limited rights and were required to provide services to their lords in exchange for protection. |
| Decentralized | refers to a system where power and authority are distributed among various local leaders rather than being concentrated in a central power. This can lead to more localized governance and decision-making. |
| Tithe | a portion, typically one-tenth, of a person's income or produce given to the Church. Tithes were used to support church activities and clergy, forming an essential part of the Church's financial resources. |
| Pope/ Papacy | the Bishop of Rome and the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church. The papacy refers to the office and authority of the Pope, which includes the role of guiding the Church and its followers. |
| Self-sufficient | describes a system, community, or individual that can meet their own needs with no outside assistance. In medieval times, many manors were self-sufficient, producing their own food and goods. |
| Charlemagne | also known as Charles the Great; he was the “King of the Frank”s and later crowned “Holy Roman Emperor”. He played a crucial role in unifying much of Western Europe during the early Middle Ages and is often credited with reviving art and learning. |
| Holy Roman Empire | a multi-ethnic group of territories in central Europe that existed from the medieval period until 1806. It was characterized by a decentralized political structure and a blend of Roman, German, and Christian traditions. |
| Roman Catholic Church | Roman Catholic refers to the largest Christian denomination. Led by the Pope. It emphasizes the sacraments, tradition, and the authority of the church in matters of faith and morality. |
| Constantinople | Constantinople was the capital city of the Byzantine Empire, strategically located between Europe and Asia. Known for its wealth, architectural achievements, and cultural diversity, it was a major hub of trade and political power until its fall in 1453. |
| Byzantine Empire | The Byzantine Empire was the continuation of the Roman Empire in the eastern Mediterranean region after the fall of Rome in 476 CE. It was characterized by its rich culture, trade, and the preservation of Roman law and Greek philosophy, with Constantinopl |
| Centralized | system of government where power and authority are concentrated in a single central authority. |
| Eastern Orthodox Church | Branch of Christianity that developed in Eastern Roman Empire |
| Patriarch | Leading figure of the Eastern Orthodox Church. |
| Justinian | Byzantine Emperor who developed the Justinian Code based on Roman laws and reconquered lost territories of the Roman Empire |
| Theodora | wife of Emperor Justinian and his co-ruler. She was intelligent and had strong leadership and advocated for women's rights |
| Hagia Sophia | famous building in Constantinople and was first a cathedrals and is known for its dome and stunning mosaics. |
| Schism | division or split between the Roman Catholic church and Eastern Orthodox church |
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