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Episode CLXXXI - Crucifixion

Emperors of Rome

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The idea of an individual attached to a cross was formally abolished in 337 c e by the emperor constantine. The idea behind that seems to have been that no ordinary mortal should die in that way, and so to die in exactly the same way was some sort of totally inappropriate imitation. But you know, you could do a variation on the theme that was near enough. That's it to day for emperors of rome. So until the next episode, i'm mat smith.

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