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Week 9 - HIST105
Week 9 - HIST105
Week 9 - HIST105
While Constantine had intentions of raising his imperial status, The Arch
of Constantine, dedicated to him by the Senate of Rome, shows that he actually
realized his dreams concerning the Roman Empire now that he became the ruler
to an empire that is thankful to him for his victories and contributions to the
city.
If we take a brief look at the coins and examine the details, there take
place Christian symbols on the helmet the emperor is wearing. Recalling that
Christianity was once seen as a threat to the government by the Senate of
Rome, glorifying a Christian leader by dedicating him the Arch of Constantine
can be considered as an unexpected situation.