Questions and Answers
How is the veneration of an icon (or a statue) not an act of idolatry?
Such images are invitations to prayer and honor the ones they represent.
What were the two major contrasts of the Byzantine Empire over the Roman Empire?
Byzantine Empire lasted longer and they were 100% Christian.
Which major tradition came together in Constantinople?
Roman Law, Greek culture, and Oriental habits
Which two bodies of law are based on the Codex Justinianus?
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Hagia Sophia is?
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The religious groups contributed to the Iconoclast Controversy are?
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The word 'iconoclast' comes from the Greek words ikon and klan, which means?
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The Latin term Filioque means what?
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What are the elements of Creation that are used in the writing of an icon?
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What were the two effects that resulted from the Pope's anointing of Pepin and his two sons as rulers of the Franks?
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Charlemagne's name comes from the Latin Carolus Magnus which means?
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What two effects did the coronation of Charlemagne as emperor by Pope St. Leo III have?
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List the five factors that finally came to a head in the year 1054 to cause the Great Schism.
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Which two great 12th century Popes have done the most to reach out to the Eastern Churches in an attempt to heal the Great Schism?
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From the Catholic perspective, what essentially divides Catholicism from Eastern Orthodoxy?
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Which of the following factors contributed most to the heresies that plagued the Eastern Church?
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Constantine founded the Byzantine Empire.
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It was during the reign of Constantine that Byzantine architecture was born.
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Charlemagne was responsible for ruining the Church in the East.
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Pepin was known as the 'King of Franks and Lombards.'
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The addition of the Filioque to the Nicene-Constantinopolitan Creed was important to clarify the relationship between Mary and Jesus.
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The Photon Schism was caused by papal irresponsibility.
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After a disagreement, Patriarch Michael Cerularius removed the name of the Pope from all liturgies.
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The first iconoclastic crisis was due to Emperor Leo III's political desires.
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Constantinople rose in prominence to become a center of culture and learning.
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Caesaropapism grew out of the relationship between the Pope and the Papal States.
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Manichaeism denies Christ's corporeality.
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Carolina was the mother of Charlemagne.
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Charlemagne's insistence upon classical renewal in the Roman Empire led to the _______ Renaissance.
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Pope ___ was deposed because of the forged documents of Theodora.
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The _______ ________ is the basis for canon law.
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The issue of ______ served as the breaking point between the Eastern Emperor and the Church.
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Study Notes
Veneration and Idolatry
- Veneration of icons and statues invites prayer and honors their representations, distinguishing it from idolatry.
Byzantine Empire Characteristics
- Lasted longer than the Roman Empire and was entirely Christian.
Cultural Synthesis in Constantinople
- Combined influences of Roman Law, Greek culture, and Oriental customs.
Codex Justinianus
- Basis for two legal codes: Code of Common Law and Code of Civil Law.
Hagia Sophia
- A grand cathedral, serving as a significant site for the Patriarchate of Constantinople.
Iconoclast Controversy
- Involved various religious groups: Jews, Muslims, and Christians.
Meaning of "Iconoclast"
- Derived from Greek words "ikon" (image) and "klan" (break), meaning "image breaker."
Filioque
- Latin term meaning "and the son," related to the relationship of the Holy Spirit.
Elements of Icon Writing
- Utilizes creation elements: vegetable, animal, mineral, and human materials.
Pope's Role with Pepin
- Anointing Pepin and his sons established Church authority over secular rulers and secured intervention aid from Pepin against the Lombards.
Charlemagne's Name
- Latin "Carolus Magnus" translates to "Charles the Great."
Charlemagne's Coronation Effects
- His coronation by Pope St. Leo III linked the Carolingian Empire to the legacy of the Roman Empire.
Factors Leading to the Great Schism
- Crowning of Charlemagne, Filioque dispute, Photian Schism, Western reform movements, and Byzantine military strength.
Outreach to Eastern Churches
- Bl. Paul VI and St. John Paul II actively worked to mend the gap caused by the Great Schism.
Division of Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy
- Main division lies in the Orthodox Church's rejection of Papal primacy.
Heresies in Eastern Church
- Caesaropapism significantly influenced heretical movements.
True/False Statements
- Constantine founded the Byzantine Empire: True
- Byzantine architecture began during Constantine's reign: False
- Charlemagne harmed the Eastern Church: False
- Pepin's title included "King of Franks and Lombards": False
- Filioque clarified Mary and Jesus's relationship: False
- Photon Schism resulted from papal irresponsibility: False
- Patriarch Michael Cerularius removed the Pope's name from liturgies after a disagreement: True
- First iconoclastic crisis stemmed from Emperor Leo III's political motives: True
- Constantinople became a cultural and learning center: True
- Caesaropapism arose out of the Pope and Papal States' relationship: False
- Manichaeism denies Christ's corporeality: True
- Carolina was Charlemagne's mother: False
Carolingian Renaissance
- Charlemagne's push for classical renewal led to the Carolingian Renaissance.
Pope Silverius
- Deposed due to fabricated documents by Theodora.
Canon Law Foundation
- Based on the Codex Justinian.
Breaking Point with the Eastern Church
- Iconoclasm served as the critical issue leading to tensions with the Eastern Emperor.
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Test your knowledge of key concepts from Chapter 7 in Religion. This quiz covers important definitions and contrasts related to the Byzantine Empire and the significance of icons in worship. Perfect for students wishing to deepen their understanding of religious history and tradition.
