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Steven Runciman
208 pages • first pub 1977 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780521545914
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Language: English
Publisher: Nemira
Publication date: 03 June 1977
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The constitution of the Byzantine Empire was based on the conviction that it was the earthly copy of the Kingdom of Heaven. Just as God ruled in Heaven, so the Emperor, made in his image, should rule on earth and carry out his commandments. This w...
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Steven Runciman
208 pages • first pub 1977 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780521545914
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Nemira
Publication date: 03 June 1977
Description
The constitution of the Byzantine Empire was based on the conviction that it was the earthly copy of the Kingdom of Heaven. Just as God ruled in Heaven, so the Emperor, made in his image, should rule on earth and carry out his commandments. This w...