What power did the Byzantine emperor Justinian have?

The power of the Byzantine emperor Justinian was unlimited. Even the emperor Diocletian gave the power of the Roman emperors features of Eastern despotism, in order to give the power a sacred meaning. In his decisions, Justinian could rely on the advice of his most trusted confidants, who were part of the imperial council. The decision made by the emperor was binding on all inhabitants of the empire. It was on behalf of the emperor that all laws and decrees proceeded; it was in his power to resolve issues of war and peace.



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