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Centered in Rome, farther from the seat of power after the capital went from Rome to Constantinople.
Use of Latin language in the liturgy.

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Saint Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church, in Saint Louis, Missouri, USA - baldachino

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The Eastern Church was created in Constantinople. Closest to seat due to the change in capitals from Rome to Constantinople. Used the Greek language in their literature

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The split between the Eastern Orthodox and the catholic church. The Roman Catholic church had lasted from 1378 to 1417. The split happened within the catholic church causing the Eastern Orthodox to be created

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The Byzantine Empire was located right in the middle of three seas. The Bosporus, Black Sea and the Mediterranean sea.

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Due to the fact that the Byzantine empire was located between three seas all trade between North Africa, Asia and Europe, had to pass through the capital Constantinople. This caused the Empire to become very wealthy because of the taxes that were being charged during trade.

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Hagia Sophia was like the head quarters for The Eastern Orthodox Church for thousands of years. Most famous for its inside decor, where there are fancy walls and high ceilings. The ceilings were made high in order to be closer to the gods.

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Seen all over walls in the Byzantine Empire were colorful pieces of art work which resembled what today we call graffiti. A Fresco is a water color painting on a wall or ceiling seen often in churches.

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Religious images or icons was opposed by the religious and imperial important characters within the Eastern Orthodox Church. Fresco's and Mosaics were often images of Icons such as Jesus and Mary.

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A mosaic is a piece of art made in the Byzantine Empire. It is created using tiny pieces of colored glass and plaster to stick the pieces of glass to. Were normally seen in churches around the walls.

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Also known as Saint Constantine the Great in the Orthodox church.
Was the first Emperor of Rome. The son of Julius Caesar, also moved the capital of Rome to Constantinople.

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Ruled from (527 AD– 565AD).
Reassembled a large majority of the former Roman empire. Created the Roman law known as Justinian's Code. Justinian was also known for expanding trade and gaining wealth.A mosaic art piece of Emperor Justinian.