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What characterized the transition from the Flavian era to the Antonine period?
What characterized the transition from the Flavian era to the Antonine period?
- Continuation of tyrannical rule
- Adoption of emperors based on suitability (correct)
- Return to traditional hereditary succession
- Increased military conquests
Which emperor's decision marked a departure from the tradition of adopting the 'best' successor?
Which emperor's decision marked a departure from the tradition of adopting the 'best' successor?
- Trajan
- Marcus Aurelius (correct)
- Hadrian
- Antoninus Pius
Why is the period of the Antonine emperors regarded as prosperous in Roman history?
Why is the period of the Antonine emperors regarded as prosperous in Roman history?
- Resulting from a significant population decline
- Due to aggressive military expansion
- Because of political stability and wise leadership (correct)
- Owing to economic recession
What significant event took place in 96 AD that marked the beginning of the Antonine Era?
What significant event took place in 96 AD that marked the beginning of the Antonine Era?
Which emperor is generally recognized as the first of the Antonine dynasty?
Which emperor is generally recognized as the first of the Antonine dynasty?
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Antonine Era
Antonine Era
The period in Roman history spanning roughly from the reign of Nerva to the death of Commodus (96 - 192 AD). It's considered one of the most prosperous and stable periods in Roman history.
Adoptive Succession
Adoptive Succession
The practice of emperors choosing their successors based on merit rather than blood ties. This ensured that the best qualified person, often an adopted son, would lead the empire.
Flavian Era
Flavian Era
A period of tyrannical rule in Rome associated with the emperors Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian.
Nerva
Nerva
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Commodus
Commodus
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Study Notes
The Antonine Era
- The Antonine era is a period of Roman history noted for its relative peace and prosperity.
- It followed the death of Domitian in 96 AD and lasted roughly a century.
- Nerva was the first emperor of the period and was not related to previous rulers, signifying a shift.
Emperors of the Antonine Era
- Nerva (96-98 AD), an elder senator
- Trajan
- Hadrian
- Antoninus Pius
- Marcus Aurelius
Key Characteristics of the Antonine Era
- Emperors were chosen through adoption, promoting the most suitable candidate rather than hereditary succession.
- The period saw a break from the Flavian dynasty's policies, specifically its "tyranny," which focused on choosing the most suitable emperor.
- The adoption of emperors introduced a significant change in how rulers were selected, leading to different policies and rule styles across the emperors.
- There is evidence that the emperor's selection process in this era focused on choosing the most qualified ruler for the governance rather than inheriting the role from the previous emperors.
- The changeover saw Nerva choosing Trajan as the replacement to show his intentions.
- Eventually, the adoption practice was broken by Commodus; therefore, the era came to an end.
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