Basil I, often referred to as Basil the Macedonian in reference to his birthplace, was ruler of the Byzantine Empire from 867 to 886 AD. Basil I played a pivotal role in the creation of the Macedonian dynasty that resulted from the revolutionary changes established during his rule. To completely understand how Basil implemented crucial advancements that salvaged the decaying Byzantine Empire, it is necessary to review the flaws of preceding emperor Michael III, as well as Basil’s deceitful ascent
Can you name just one famous southern Cajun recipe? Well I can and it’s my favorite Cajun meal. Its basic name is gumbo, but there are many gumbo recipes so I’ll be specific. My favorite is “New Chicken and Shrimp Gumbo” and it’s delicious. I got the recipe from a great cookbook. It’s called “Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Fork In The Road”. Would you like to learn how to make it? If so keep reading and follow along? Now first things first. You need to go to the store for a few ingredients, because I’m sure
hero in Evangeline Abstract: Longfellow's portrayal of the American Adam is set apart in that he does not praise this character as a role model for others. The concept of the American Adam is seen in a different light through the depiction of Basil in the narrative poem Evangeline. R.W.B. Lewis explores the quest of the writers of the American Renaissance to create a literature that is uniquely American in his 1955 text, The American Adam: Innocence, Tragedy, and Tradition in the
internally to heal acne. Such herbs are Echinacea, oregano and basil. For the apt dosage of the herb, it is better to consult the labels of each supplement given to you before you use it. the best part of all these herbs is that these can also be applied to the skin to enhance the healing results. Echinacea can be applied as it is on the skin, but bas... ... middle of paper ... ...ontains tea tree oil once a day. You can also take the basil herb internally; clean you skin with witch hazel every night
Herb gardening has many benefits grown in your own backyard. Herbs are really very much beneficial as first aid for your body and also for your surrounding. Gardening in your backyard is healing for the adults and kids which establish a connection with the nature. Specially, gardening with the children is more beneficial to enjoy the nature. Gardening and nature relives so much of stress. Gardening nourishes your spirit and allows connecting with your inner-self. Garden is the antidote for the noise
constant dedication and support of early theologians, Modern Christianity would not be where it is today. With the writings of St Basil, the early church began to take shape. Without Basil of cesaera, the modern church would not be where it is today. Born in the year 330 AD in the northern Asian minor, Basil the Great's Family reconized their ansestors as martyrs. Basil grew up with four brothers and five sisters. Gregory of Nyssa and Peter of Sebaste were among his brothers. He began his learning
ability to read, interpret, and communicate scripture. Carter also offers a stark contrast between Gregory of Nyssa and the other Cappadocian Fathers, giving us a context within to place Nyssa’s interpretive ability. He stated that even though both Basil of Caesarea and Gregory of Nazianzus w... ... middle of paper ... ...nal of the Society of Comparative Legislation (1909): 13–16. Schaff, Philip, and Henry Wace. A Select Library of Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers of the Christian Church. 5 vols
Language Codes The construct of elaborated and restricted language codes was introduced by Basil Bernstein in 1971, as a way of accounting for the relatively poor performance of working-class pupils on language-based subjects, when they were achieving as well as their middle-class counterparts on mathematical topics. Interestingly, it was stimulated directly by his experience of teaching in further education. It is frequently misunderstood, largely because of Bernstein's unfortunate
Impenetrable Truth I approached the gym warily, but ready to play. It was the first day of basketball practice, so I was intimidated. I wasn't completely comfortable with playing against all of these monstrous high school boys yet; I was only a freshman. As I pushed the heavy gymnasium doors open, I encountered the mammoth-like creatures, none south of 6 feet tall, overshadowing me. I awkwardly walked toward the bench. Once I got there, my uneasy feelings had been flushed away. I opened my bag to the
Introduction Kony 2012 was a film produced Invisible Children which went viral overnight. The video gained 31 million views in a single day and since has gathered almost over 99 million view on YouTube. The campaign was a 30-minute video made by filmmaker and Invisible Children co-founder Jason Russell can be considered a political documentary by traditional standards. The political documentary intended to persuade bystander viewers to hold certain beliefs about Kony, a leader of the rebel militia
The label of ‘documentary’ can be applied to a heterogeneous mix of ideas and expressions with often-contradictory modes of address, tone and subject matter. It is for this reason that documentary is a film practice that is difficult to define; there is no limit to the range of styles, techniques and forms that documentary film can encompass. John Grierson, the man who coined the term ‘documentary’, has offered a definition that, while at parts is insufficient, critics consider to be the “starting-point”
Leo opened his eyes and sat straight up in bed. Ella stood over him, a horrified look on her face. “What? What do I have on my face?” he said, rubbing his face. Sadie started to laugh. “What is she doing in here?” She covered her mouth with her hands. “Shh! Don’t yell! We were attacked and the raiders are searching the cabins for anyone they can challenge. We’re hiding,” Ella said, holding a finger to her lips. “And we don’t want to wake Artie and frighten him,” the Doctor whispered.
The Powerful Message of Beckett's That Time Samuel Beckett's That Time is a play that delves deep into the human psyche, exposing the audience to the potential effect and consequence of one continually living in the past. Lack of punctuation and fragmented repetition make the play rather challenging to grasp yet effectively mirrors the purpose that Beckett has intended in this work. In That Time Beckett dramatically illustrates several common downfalls to human nature, which ultimately
Egypt to all parts of the empire toward the end of the 11th century they began of the crusades, the series of holy wars waged by western Christians against Muslims in the near east from 1095 to 1291. (metmusem.org) In 330 A.D. Roman Emperor Constantine I chose Byzantium as the site of a new roman capital, Constantinople. Constantinople is half way between the Balkan and the Euphrates, but not to far from the immense wealth and manpower of Asia Minor, the vital part of the empire. Constantinople is located
6) (547) mosaic on the north wall of the apse, San Vitale, Ravenna, Italy. Justinian is placed in front of the figures that seem to be floating/weightless. Furthermore, the artworks rejected classical illusionism. In the Middle Byzantine Empire, Basil I created a mosaic about the Mother of God in Hagia Sophia (Fig. 7), Turkey in 867 (Kleiner 247). This mosaic showed the domination of iconophiles. Furthermore, the mosaic involves rich colors such as golden
I look back on my life and realize all that I have accomplished. I've pushed myself to several breaking points but have always strived to reach my goals. I'm a hard worker and self motivated in everything I do. I intend to keep up the hard work and drive myself until my lifelong goals are achieved. My goal after college is to become a CPA. With hard work and dedication I could earn my masters degree in accounting in five years. My first choice for college is The University of Texas at Austin due
The earliest mosaics were to create cheap and long-lasting flooring. The mosaics were created from pebbles found on the beach. These pebbles maintained the same color and form were placed into cement. The pebbles were later made into an art form to create patterns, designs, and geometric shapes. The pebbles colors consisted mostly of black and white. During the fourth century, the Greeks later depicted intricate images (Kleiner 223). These Pella mosaics were usually located in wealthy homes (Kleiner
In 285 CE, the Roman Empire was divided in two by the Emperor Diocletian leading to the creation of the Eastern and Western Roman Empires. Although, in the coming centuries, the Western Empire would struggle, before ultimately falling into barbarian hands, the Eastern empire (today referred to as the Byzantine Empire) would continue to exist, and thrive until its ultimate fall in 1453 CE. The success of the Eastern Empire was due to the highly desirable trade location of the capital, Constantinople
comes swift. I lied awake in bed, unsure of what would happen to me now that Nan was dead. She was all I had for the last 16 years, and while she wasn't accepting of who, what, I am... I know she still had some love for me. My thoughts swirled in my head much as they had for the past week: "where will I go?", "What if they find out about me?", "What if I am discovered?" I knew from my grandmother that something terrible would happen if anyone discovered my... abilities. By the age of nine I had been
To be honest, I have read many foreign novels in the past 20 years including some “cancer books” or illness and dying books, such as the book we read this semester called “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-time Indian”. But now I have to acknowledge that this book, Me Earl and the Dying Girl, is the sincerest and funniest among the “cancer book” that I have read. In general, this kind of book attends to leave the readers with message about life or death so as to humanize them in a warmhearted