The Evolution of the Basilica in the Roman Empire during Late Antiquity The basilica has a long and storied history that begins second century BCE and continues to the present day. The basilica gained popularity during the rise of the Roman Empire and went through its most dramatic changes during Late Antiquity. Modern day society has led us to believe basilicas to be religious buildings‚ mainly churches‚ and therefore has skewed the view we have of the origins of basilicas. A basilica was not
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PPVENJ236 Engleski jezik III 2nd essay – Travel report December 5th‚ 2013 689343-612733 Istanbul – The City That Will Leave You Breathtakingly Amazed Located on two continents‚ Istanbul is geostrategically important city where civilizations have been clashing for decades and centuries. One month period would not be enough to experience the city of 17 million inhabitants‚ the glorious city that actually has a soul‚ a long history and a rich culture. Even though Istanbul is not the capital
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As the barbarians were conquering Western Roman Empire‚ the Eastern Roman Empire‚ otherwise known as the Byzantine Empire‚ was beginning to undergo another golden age. A golden age is characterized by peace‚ prosperity‚ advances in leaning and technology‚ flourishing arts or literature‚ and impressive architectural achievements. The Byzantine Empire went into a golden age because they had a good government‚ a good military and thriving culture. Byzantine government‚ controlled by Justinian from 527
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THE WITCH OF PORTOBELLO BY PAOLO COELHO "Most of those persons condemned were convicted on the basis of spectral evidence that is to say‚ prosecuting witnesses declared that they felt the presence of evil spirits or heard spirit voices" (pg. 2‚ Paulo Coelho). "The Witch of Portobello" by the renowned Brazilian author Paulo Coelho is a novel about love‚ passion‚ joy‚ spirituality‚ and sacrifice. The circular structure of this story is very fascinating. There are really several narrators that
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Yaroslav‚ who later became Yaroslav the wise built Churches. Justinian I‚ the emperor of the Byzantines also created churches such as the famous cathedral‚ the Hagia Sofia which is meant commemorate St. Sofia and God’s wisdom.Moscow is the center of the Eastern Orthodox church after Constantinople/The Byzantine Empire fell. Constantinople was known as the creator and center of the Eastern Orthodox sect of Christianity because of the
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The Viking age was a period of four hundred years (700 to 1100 AD) and was either part of the late Iron Age or Early Medieval Time. Back then there were no countries or huge kingdoms. The Scandinavian Peninsula was divided into a bunch of smaller kingdoms or realms‚ each with its own king or chief. There are three types of vikings. Merchants- History does not have much to say about merchants‚ but we knew they were trading iron and fur and were not alone and unarmed. As a matter of fact‚ they probably
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day festival for the Eid el Adha. 4. Significant Structures: Name: James Dunkirk Answer: Turkey has several sacred sites and places of great importance to the country itself. One very well known and important site from christianity is the Hagia Sofia Church that was built by Justinian in the sixth century. It held dedication to Divine Wisdom and was claimed to be an attribute of Christ. Another site of importance that is deemed sacred‚ but in a frightening way‚ is the Pergamum. That site is
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Written codes and laws‚ legal codes all were perfected in Constantinople‚ while the rest of Europe lye in a state of intellectual dormancy. The greatest growth in the Empire’s history was during the reign of Emperor Justinian. During his reign Hagia Sofia was brought to the glory we see today and the Church was glorified as an equal hand of the government. The worlds first organized school of higher learning was created‚ thus the first University was born. The economy was also one of the most stable
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answers how art and architecture are significant factors that drive us to the understanding of our history‚ especially through the study of ancient buildings‚ which have given us the opportunity to rebuild and reconstruct ourselves. Angkor Wat and Hagia Sophia are two examples of architectural successes that have thrived for centuries and are still two of the most important buildings today. Although both historical sites share many common building purposes and are now two of the most influential mega
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well-known architectural structures of their era‚ Old Saint Peter’s Basilica‚ located in Rome‚ Italy‚ ca. 319‚ and Hagia Sophia‚ located in Constantinople‚ Turkey (Istanbul)‚ 532-537. The architectural style of Old St. Peter’s and Hagia Sophia is characterized by Rome’s rich building traditions‚ philosophy of design‚ and form and function. For centuries‚ Old Saint Peter’s Basilica and Hagia Sophia have remained a genuine expression of Christianity and have both captured the essence
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