HistoryfromMedievalists.net3 weeks agoAfrican Figurines Discovered in Medieval Graves in Southern Israel - Medievalists.netDiscovery of African figurines suggests a diverse Christian community existed in southern Israel 1,500 years ago.
fromMedievalists.net1 month agoThe Double-Headed Eagle in Byzantium: Myths and Realities - Medievalists.netThe double-headed eagle symbolized the dual sovereignty of the emperor in both secular and religious matters, signifying dominance over East and West.History
fromMedievalists.net2 months agoByzantine taste, meals, and food culture, with Adam Morin - Medievalists.netAdam Morin explains that in the Byzantine Empire, food choices were heavily influenced by social hierarchies and cultural preferences, reflecting broader societal values.History
fromMedievalists.net2 months agoMedieval Sailors Avoided the Black Sea in Winter, Study Finds - Medievalists.netMirea's study reveals that the Black Sea was largely impassable in winter due to severe climatic conditions and restrictive Byzantine maritime laws.History