The Byzantine Empire was a direct continuation of eastern halfof Roman Empire. After Rome was invaded, the Byzantine Empireflourished due to strong leadership from the emperors ofConstantinople, which lasted for 1,000 years: (330A.D. to approx..1453A.D.). The Empire stretched from Balkans to Asia Minor alongthe Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea.
A schism, permanent split, between the Eastern & WesternChurches occurred in 1054 A.D.. This can be seen today with thedifferences between the Roman Catholic and Eastern OrthodoxChurches. What do you think is the most significant differencebetween the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches? Why?.
