Tides of History Did Justinian Restore the Roman Empire or Ruin It? Professor Peter Sarris on the Emperor Justinian and His Legacy
Nov 23, 2023
Professor Peter Sarris, an expert historian on Emperor Justinian and his legacy, discusses Justinian's limitations and challenges, contrasting perspectives on the plague, Justinian's origins and understanding of Roman identity, his approach to intervention and military success.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Motivations and Circumstances for Writing a Book on Justinian
01:39 • 2min
A Debate over the Justinianic Plague and the Prevalence of Subscriptions
03:48 • 2min
Understanding Emperor Justinian & his Limitations
05:46 • 15min
Contrasting Perspectives on the Plague and Ads for Simply Safe and Bite Clear Aligners
21:12 • 2min
Justinian's Origins and Understanding of Roman Identity
23:41 • 10min
Justinian's Understanding of the Roman Empire and His Approach to Intervention
33:26 • 3min
Justinian's Observations and Military Success
36:23 • 13min
Book Recommendation, Sponsor Ad, and Conclusion
49:12 • 2min