Byzantine Church (Noun)
Meaning
The Catholic Church as it existed in the Byzantine Empire.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The Byzantine Church played a significant role in the preservation of ancient Greek texts during the Middle Ages.
- Throughout the Byzantine Empire, the Byzantine Church held substantial power and influence over the people.
- In 1054, the Byzantine Church officially split from the Roman Catholic Church, resulting in the East-West Schism.
- The Byzantine Church used intricate mosaics to decorate the interiors of its grand cathedrals and churches.
- Byzantine Church leaders maintained a close relationship with the Byzantine Emperor, who often influenced church policies.