Justin I

AncientEmperorByzantine Empire450 — 527

Uncle of Justinian who rose from peasant to emperor.

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Quick Facts

Born

450

Died

527

Country

Byzantine Empire

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)26

Political (20%)39

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)66

Strategy (15%)25

Total Score41.8

Justin I — Complete Timeline

518 AD

Became Emperor of ByzantiumPolitical Action◆ Major

Upon the death of Emperor Anastasius I, Justin, the commander of the imperial guard, was elected emperor by the army and the Senate. His rise from a peasant background to the throne marked a significant change in the imperial administration.

AccessionByzantine EmpirePolitical Change

Impact: national

519 AD

Ended the Acacian SchismPolitical Action◆ Major

Justin, under the influence of his nephew Justinian, reconciled with the Papacy by accepting the Council of Chalcedon. This ended the Acacian Schism that had divided the Eastern and Western churches for 35 years.

Religious PolicyChurch UnityByzantine Empire

Impact: regionalconstructive

527 AD

Appointed Justinian as co-emperorPolitical Action◆ Major

As his health declined, Justin elevated his nephew Justinian to the rank of co-emperor. This ensured a smooth succession and allowed Justinian to assume full power upon Justin's death later that year.

SuccessionByzantine EmpireJustinian

Impact: national