Byzantine Empire

== The Byzantine Empire is what remains of the western half was conquered by Germanic tribes It continued on many of the traditions of the Roman Empire, while also being influenced by eastern cultures. The most successful Byzantine Emperor was emperor Justinian who began his rule in 527 CE. The Byzantine Empire had a powerful army for a time, although enemies along their eastern border sometimes required a different approach. Islamic Empire The Byzantine Empire would use systems of tribute to keep foreign countries at bay. Much like the Han Chinese and the Xiongnu The Byzantine Empire, like that of the Islamic Empires, was heavily involved in trade with the east. To help solidify the country's position in trade and the authority of the emperor, they minted coins with the emperors face. Also used Christian imagery. This also allowed the government to control the value of the currency. The word Byzantine means overly elaborate or complex Taxation of the Byzantine Empire retained many similarities to Roman taxation. Most of the tax burden fell on the agrarian peasantry This taxation will cause a number of peasants revolts against the empire. Nina revolt of 532 CE against Justinian 30,000 killed. The Byzantine emperor was seen as a messenger of Christ. "One God, one empire, one religion"