Byzantine Civilization and Early Russia
Byzantine Civilization played a pivotal role in shaping the cultural, political, and religious landscape of early Russia. As the eastern extension of the Roman Empire, Byzantium exerted significant influence over the development of Russian society, particularly through the spread of Orthodox Christianity and Byzantine art and architecture. The adoption of Byzantine administrative practices and the Cyrillic alphabet further solidified the ties between the two regions. This interplay between Byzantine culture and early Russia laid the groundwork for the formation of the Russian state and its distinct identity, marking a crucial chapter in the history of both civilizations.
Questions
- What was the key to Persia's communication network?
- During which century was Justinian l ruler of the Byzantine Empire?
- What did Constantine do that changed history?
- Why did the early Russian state of Kiev flourish?
- What role did Vladimir play in bringing Christianity to Kiev?
- What are the similarities and differences between the Catholic and Eastern orthodox Christian Churches?
- What problems did Russia experience during its campaign on the Eastern Front?
- What were some of the things Peter the Great did to westernize Russia?
- What did the Soviets do for the first time in 1949?
- What ancient empire influenced Russia the most?
- What three former Soviet republics were the first to join the Commonwealth of Independent States?
- Which group has dominated Russia's politics throughout most of its history?
- Why did Russia struggle to obtain supplies/resources from its allies?
- What were noncommunists in Russia called?
- In what year did Russia leave World War l?
- Who was the Russian leader who persecuted the Jews?
- What two cultures influenced the Byzantine Empire (and therefore were preserved and passed on by the Byzantines)?
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- What do Macedonia, Serbia, and Croatia have in common?
- What language became the major language of the Byzantine Empire?