The Byzantine Empire: Preserving Roman Legacy and Shaping Christianity

The Byzantine Empire was the bridge between the ancient world and the Middle Ages, preserving much of Roman law, culture, and administration while shaping Christianity and safeguarding knowledge from antiquity. From the codification of Roman law under Justinian to the grandeur of the Hagia Sophia, the Byzantines left a legacy that would echo through history, influencing everything from modern legal systems to the spread of Christianity. Though it fell in 1453, the Byzantine Empire’s influence continues to shape the political, religious, and cultural landscapes of today.