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Many Christians in the last days of the Roman Empire refused to serve in the army on the grounds that killing was murder, an act forbidden by their faith. Why was this a problem for them and for Rome? What effect did it have? What similarities, if any, do you see with conscientious objectors in the United States in the last fifty years?
2
Compare and contrast the Western Church and the Orthodox Church. Consider language, relations with secular rulers, the population served, the head of the Church, lives of the priests, etc.
3
Look at Figure 7.19 on page 185 and Figure 7.22 on page 209. Describe the Byzantine style and its effect, identify the subjects of these mosaics, and explain the details.
4
Discuss early forms of Christian music, its forms, influences, and effects. Be sure to include both monophony and polyphony and explain what they are.
5
Discuss the art of illuminated manuscripts. Who made them? Who saw them?





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