Justinian I[b] (Latin: Iustinianus, Ancient Greek: Ἰουστινιανός, romanized: Ioustinianós; [c][d] 482 – 14 November 565), also known as Justinian the Great, [e] was Roman emperor from 527 to 565.

Nov 10, 2025 · Justinian I, Byzantine emperor (527–565), noted for his administrative reorganization of the imperial government and for his sponsorship of a codification of laws …

May 13, 2025 · Justinian I was one of the most important emperors in Byzantine history. Justinian reigned for nearly 40 years over the Eastern Roman Empire.

May 19, 2025 · Explore the life and legacy of Emperor Justinian I — from his ambitious reforms and monumental achievements to the reasons he earned the title 'the Great.' Discover what he …

Aug 22, 2024 · Explore the life and legacy of Justinian I, a pivotal Byzantine emperor known for his ambitious reforms, architectural achievements, and legal contributions.

Justinian is known as "The last Roman emperor" and was the emperor who reconquered the city of Rome from the Ostrogoths. He is considered a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church, …

Aug 26, 2024 · Justinian I (circa 482-565 CE) was Byzantine Emperor from 527 to 565, renowned for his ambitious efforts to restore the Roman Empire’s former glory and his significant …

Sep 28, 2012 · Born around 482 CE in Tauresium, a village in Illyria, his uncle Emperor Justin I was an imperial bodyguard who reached the throne on the death of Anastasius in 518 CE. …

Nov 24, 2025 · From the numerous emperors in the long and exciting history of Rome and Byzantium, one manages to stand apart – Justinian the Great. His rule marked a turning point, …

Justinian I (/ dʒʌˈstɪniən /) (Latin: Iustinianus, Greek: Φλάβιος Πέτρος Σαββάτιος Ἰουστινιανός) (c. 482 – 14 November 565), commonly known as Justinian the Great, was Eastern Roman …