A Warning from Constantinople

About this episode

The episode discusses the fall of Constantinople in 1453 and its implications as a warning for contemporary society.

On this day in 1453, Constantinople fell to the Ottoman Empire. The Eastern Roman Empire came to its earthly end. The fall of Constantinople represents a clash between two political theologies – and it remains a warning for us today. Marcus has more. . This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit avemariapm.substack.com

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Marcus Peter

Topics covered

• history
• political theology
• religion
• cultural clash
• spirituality

Keywords

• Constantinople
• Ottoman Empire
• Eastern Roman Empire
• political theology
• historical warning

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ottoman Empire, Eastern Roman Empire

Places: Constantinople

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