Byzantinism

noun

By·​zan·​tin·​ism

bə̇ˈzantəˌnizəm

plural -s

1

: the political principles, social patterns, manner, style, and spirit characteristic of Byzantine life especially when manifested in architecture, art, or literature

2

: the doctrine or system of state supremacy in ecclesiastical affairs compare caesaropapism, erastianism

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