Justinian Quotes

A collection of quotes by Justinian.

Justinian I, also known as Justinian the Great, was a Byzantine emperor who reigned from 527 to 565 AD. Born in Tauresium, Illyria (modern-day North Macedonia), Justinian came from humble origins and rose to become one of the most influential rulers in Byzantine history. Renowned for his ambitious and far-reaching reforms, Justinian aimed to restore the glory of the Roman Empire. His achievements include the codification of Roman law in the Corpus Juris Civilis, construction of the Hagia Sophia, expanding the empire's territory, and establishing a lasting influence on Byzantine art, culture, and politics.