Justinian the Great, the emperor and saint: Illustrious Byzantine emperor, legislator, and codifier of law,Used

Justinian the Great, the emperor and saint: Illustrious Byzantine emperor, legislator, and codifier of law,Used

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This book is devoted to the Byzantine emperor Justinian the Great (527565), one of the most important personalities of the sixth century. It is the first work that undertakes to relate the religious policy of that illustrious emperor to his religious beliefs. Written in a clear, concise, and scholarly manner, it deals with the most important aspects of Justinians personality, placing him in proper historical perspective. In this book, Justinian emerges as a very capable administrator, a wise legislator and codifier of law, a profound theologian, a remarkable author, a great defender, protector and preserver of the Orthodox Christian faith, an exemplary philanthropist, a strong supporter of monasticism, a builder of many magnificent churches, monasteries and philanthropic institutions, and a saint of the Orthodox Church. 1982. 312 pp., 32 plates. Second printing, 2004.

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  • Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Justinian the Great, the emperor and saint'? A: The book focuses on the Byzantine emperor Justinian the Great, detailing his religious policies, beliefs, and various aspects of his personality and governance.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Asterios Gerostergios.
  • Q: When was 'Justinian the Great, the emperor and saint' published? A: The book was originally published in 1982.
  • Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 312 pages.
  • Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is classified as a used book in good condition.
  • Q: Does the book include any illustrations or photographs? A: Yes, the book includes 32 plates.
  • Q: What is the significance of Justinian the Great as described in the book? A: Justinian is portrayed as a capable administrator, wise legislator, profound theologian, and a defender of the Orthodox Christian faith.
  • Q: Is there any information on Justinian's contributions to architecture in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses Justinian's role as a builder of many magnificent churches and monasteries.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is written in a clear and scholarly manner, making it suitable for academic study.
  • Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the second printing of the book, published in 2004.

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