Justinian I[b] (Latin: Iustinianus, Ancient Greek: Ἰουστινιανός, romanized: Ioustinianós; [c][d] 482 – 14 November 565), also known as Justinian the Great, [e] was Roman emperor from 527 to 565.

Nov 10, 2025 · Justinian I, Byzantine emperor (527–565), noted for his administrative reorganization of the imperial government and for his sponsorship of a codification of laws known as the Code of …

May 13, 2025 · Justinian I, born to peasants, became a powerful ruler who shaped Byzantine law and architecture. Empress Theodora, Justinian's wife, was a vital ally in his reign, offering crucial support …

Aug 22, 2024 · Explore the life and legacy of Justinian I, a pivotal Byzantine emperor known for his ambitious reforms, architectural achievements, and legal contributions.

May 19, 2025 · Explore the life and legacy of Emperor Justinian I — from his ambitious reforms and monumental achievements to the reasons he earned the title 'the Great.' Discover what he did for the …

Justinian is known as "The last Roman emperor" and was the emperor who reconquered the city of Rome from the Ostrogoths. He is considered a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church, …

Aug 26, 2024 · Justinian I (circa 482-565 CE) was Byzantine Emperor from 527 to 565, renowned for his ambitious efforts to restore the Roman Empire’s former glory and his significant contributions to …

Nov 24, 2025 · From the numerous emperors in the long and exciting history of Rome and Byzantium, one manages to stand apart – Justinian the Great. His rule marked a turning point, an opening of a …

Sep 28, 2012 · Born around 482 CE in Tauresium, a village in Illyria, his uncle Emperor Justin I was an imperial bodyguard who reached the throne on the death of Anastasius in 518 CE. Justinian is …

Hagia Sophia, an important Byzantine structure in Istanbul and one of the world’s great monuments. It was built as a Christian church in the 6th century ce (532–537) under the direction of the Byzantine …