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The Arch of Constantine (Italian: Arco di Costantino) is a triumphal arch in Rome dedicated to the emperor Constantine the Great. The three bay design with detached columns was first used for the Arch of Septimius Severus in the Roman Forum (which stands at the end of the triumph route) and repeated in several other arches now lost.
Though dedicated to Constantine, much of the sculptural decoration consists of reliefs and statues removed from earlier triumphal monuments dedicated to Trajan (98–117), Hadrian (117–138) and Marcus Aurelius (161–180).
The arch, which was constructed between 312 and 315, was dedicated by the Senate to commemorate ten years (decennalia) of Constantine's reign (306–337) and his victory over the then reigning emperor Maxentius (306–312) at the Battle of Milvian Bridge on 28 October 312, as described on its attic inscription, and officially opened on 25 July 315. Not only did the Roman senate give the arch for Constantine's victory, they also were celebrating decennia, a series of games that happens every decade for the Romans. On this occasion they also said many prayers. However, Constantine had actually entered Rome on 29 October 312, amidst great rejoicing, and the Senate then commissioned the monument. Constantine then left Rome within two months and did not return until 326.
The location, between the Palatine Hill and the Caelian Hill, spanned the ancient route of Roman triumphs (Via triumphalis) at its origin, where it diverged from the Via sacra. This route was that taken by the emperors when they entered the city in triumph. This route started at the Campus Martius, led through the Circus Maximus, and around the Palatine Hill; immediately after the Arch of Constantine, the procession would turn left at the Meta Sudans and march along the Via sacra to the Forum Romanum and on to the Capitoline Hill, passing through both the Arches of Titus and Septimius Severus.
During the Middle Ages, the Arch of Constantine was incorporated into one of the family strongholds of ancient Rome, as shown in the painting by Herman van Swanevelt, here. Works of restoration were first carried out in the 18th century, the last excavations have taken place in the late 1990s, just before the Great Jubilee of 2000. The arch served as the finish line for the marathon athletic event for the 1960 Summer Olympics. [Wikipedia]
The inscription on the Arch for Constantine specifies that the Senate dedicated this Arch to Constantine.
IMP(eratori) CAES(ari) FL(avio) CONSTANTINO MAXIMO | P(io) F(elicit) AUGUSTO S(enatus) P(opulus) Q(ue) R(omanus) | QUOD INSTINCTU DIVINITATIS MENTIS | MAGNITUDINE CUM EXERCITU SUO | TAM DE TYRANNO QUAM DE OMNI EIUS | FACTIONE UNO TEMPORE IUSTIS | REM PUBLICAM ULTUS EST ARMIS | ARCUM TRIUMPHIS INSIGNEM DICAVIT
For the Emperor Caesar Flavius Constantine the Greatest, pious blessed Augustus, because by inspiration of divinity, in greatness of his mind, from a tyrant on one side and from every faction of all on the other side at once, with his army he avenged the republic with just arms, the Senate and Roman People (SPQR) dedicated this arch as a sign for his triumphs.
The Arch of Constantine is a triumphal arch in Rome, situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill. It was erected by the Roman Senate to commemorate Constantine I's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in 312. Dedicated in 315, it is the largest Roman triumphal arch. The arch spans the Via triumphalis, the way taken by the emperors when they entered the city in triumph.
♔ Emperor Flavius Valerius Aurelius Contantinus Augustus ♔
Constantine, (The Great) ♔
Costantino is a Lagotto Romagnolo dog.
This is the only breed of dog that is officially recognized as specialized in truffle hunting.
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My cover for the ongoing Constantine story arc.
Also, yes, the person on the right of the photo is showing up this early. :P
Also updates on my other stories -
Deadpool - Building and getting ready for the next arc, so keep an eye out for that. :D
Flash - writing and building the next arc, so again look out for that. :D
Constantine II, or rather Constantín mac Áeda (Modern Gaelic: Còiseam mac Aoidh), was an early King of Scotland, known then by the Gaelic name Alba, who reigned between 900 and 943. The name The Kingdom of Alba is first used during his reign, with previous rulers having been kings of the Picts. This change of title from king of the Picts to king of Alba is part of a broader transformation of Pictland and the origins of the Kingdom of Alba. Constantine was the son of Áed mac Cináeda and grandson of Kenneth MacAlpin (Cináed mac Ailpín), who according to the national myth, was the first King of Scotland, despite never having such a title in his lifetime. Constantine is therefore Scotland’s 8th king according to most modern regal lists. He succeeded the throne following the death in battle of his cousin, Donald II.
In 940 Constantine abdicated the throne in favour of his nephew, Malcolm. It is rumored that this may have been involuntary, however Constantine is said to have been a devout king and he spent his retirement as an abbot, probably at St Andrews.
Constantine died in 952. Following the death of Malcolm two years later, his son Indulf would be crowned king. Constantine’s reign would prove hugely influential with the creation of a new form of Scottish kingship lasting two centuries after his death.
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This is the first part of the weather-lore rhyme:
Red sky at night; shepherd's delight,
Red sky in the morning; shepherd's warning...
The 'red sky at night' rhyme is more than an old wives' tale though and has some meteorological foundation - in England at least.
Sometimes the phrase involves sailors rather than shepherds - both have a more than usual interest in the weather!
The end of a beautiful day, saturated with fresh air, warm sun, visual joy and lots of good photography.
We had to drive fast from Padstow to get the sun in the right place, we were 'the original sunset-chasers', tee hee.
We made it in time, of course I have the 'by the second' disappearance of the sun into the sea, however it was the other beauty surrounding it that interested me most!
Like this afterglow, that panoply of stunning colours.
I hadn't bothered to bring my tripod, just found myself a spot to sit, rested my elbows on my knees and held my breath...
I hope you get as much pleasure out of them as I do, M, (*_*)
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İstanbul, Türkiye
The Column of Constantine was once one of the most important monuments in Byzantine Constantinople. It is also virtually the only remaining trace of the city’s founder, Constantine. While it is now only a stump of its former self, it originally served as the base for a gigantic statue of Constantine in the grand circular forum of his newly founded city. Erected by Constantine after becoming sole emperor in 324, it occupied a central place in the history of Constantinople for many centuries.
İstanbul, Türkiye
The Column of Constantine was once one of the most important monuments in Byzantine Constantinople. It is also virtually the only remaining trace of the city’s founder, Constantine. While it is now only a stump of its former self, it originally served as the base for a gigantic statue of Constantine in the grand circular forum of his newly founded city. Erected by Constantine after becoming sole emperor in 324, it occupied a central place in the history of Constantinople for many centuries.
Constantine II, or rather Constantín mac Áeda (Modern Gaelic: Còiseam mac Aoidh), was an early King of Scotland, known then by the Gaelic name Alba, who reigned between 900 and 943. The name The Kingdom of Alba is first used during his reign, with previous rulers having been kings of the Picts. This change of title from king of the Picts to king of Alba is part of a broader transformation of Pictland and the origins of the Kingdom of Alba. Constantine was the son of Áed mac Cináeda and grandson of Kenneth MacAlpin (Cináed mac Ailpín), who according to the national myth, was the first King of Scotland, despite never having such a title in his lifetime. Constantine is therefore Scotland’s 8th king according to most modern regal lists. He succeeded the throne following the death in battle of his cousin, Donald II.
In 940 Constantine abdicated the throne in favour of his nephew, Malcolm. It is rumored that this may have been involuntary, however Constantine is said to have been a devout king and he spent his retirement as an abbot, probably at St Andrews.
Constantine died in 952. Following the death of Malcolm two years later, his son Indulf would be crowned king. Constantine’s reign would prove hugely influential with the creation of a new form of Scottish kingship lasting two centuries after his death.
In the 8th century two brothers, David and Constantine, led a rebellion against occupying Arabs. This failed and they were captured, tortured and killed after refusing to convert to Islam. Tradition holds that their bodies were thrown into the Tskaltsitela River and that lions dragged their remains to a hill overlooking the river. Motsameta means "place of the martyrs" and King Bagrat IV (ruled 1027-1072) had the Motsameta Monastery built on the hill after they were recognized as Saints by the church. Relics of the brothers are kept at the monastery. This mural depicts the brothers on a wall of the monastery.
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Constantine the Great
Roman emperor
Constantine the Great, also known as Constantine I or Saint Constantine, was Roman Emperor from 306 to 337. Wikipedia
Born: February 27, 272 AD, Niš, Serbia
Died: May 22, 337 AD, Constantinople, Turkey
Full name: Flavius Valerius Aurelius Constantinus Augustus
Parents: Helena, Constantius Chlorus
Spouse: Fausta (m. 307 AD–326 AD), Minervina (m. 303 AD–307 AD)
Children: Constantius II, Constans, Flavius Julius Crispus, Constantine II, Constantina, Helena
Dedicated in 315 and situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill, the Arch of Constantine was erected by the Roman Senate to commemorate Constantine I's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in 312. The arch spans the road taken by the emperors when they entered the city in triumph, Via Triumphalis.
Constantine I, or rather Causantín or Constantín mac Cináeda (in Modern Gaelic: Còiseam mac Choinnich), was a king of the Picts who reigned between 862 and 877. He was the son of Kenneth MacAlpin (Cináed mac Ailpín), and succeeded his uncle Donald I (Domnall mac Ailpín) following the latter's death on 13th April 862. According to the national myth, his father was the first King of Scotland, and so Contantine is Scotland’s third king according to most modern regal lists.
He spent much of his reign fighting Vikings. In 877, shortly after building a new church for Culdees monks at St Andrews, Constantine was captured and executed (or perhaps killed in battle) after defending against Viking raiders. According to some sources, his execution took place on a beach, though the exact location is not known. He was buried on Iona and was succeeded by his brother Áed.
Trier - Basilica of Constantine
Wikipedia:
The Aula Palatina, also called Basilica of Constantine (German: Konstantinbasilika), at Trier, Germany, is a Roman palace basilica and an early Christian structure built between AD 300 and AD 310 during the reigns of Constantius Chlorus and Constantine the Great.
Constantine wishing you a great week ahead!
He is a Lagotto Romagnolo dog.
This is the only breed of dog that is officially recognized as specialized in truffle hunting.
Hellblazer's in my top 5 comic runs, so I want a Constantine for my permanent display... but this one is not it. :)) Not the worst thing I've ever built, just not what I want. Will try again once I have more dk tan parts.
The Arch of Constantine is a triumphal arch in Rome, situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill. It was erected by the Roman Senate to commemorate Constantine I's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in 312. Dedicated in 315, it is the largest Roman triumphal arch. The arch spans the Via triumphalis, the way taken by the emperors when they entered the city in triumph. (2/22/2019)
This triumphal arch dedicated to the emperor Constantine the Great looks very familiar. The design of many triumphal arches around the world have taken inspiration from its design.
This huge arch was erected to commemorate Constantine's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in 312 AD. During this battle Constantine's soldiers were said to have fought using the Christian cross emblem.
Still relatively well preserved, this monument from ancient Rome is about 1,800 years old. It is a mixed of original work done for the monument, but its details also included many older pieces 'borrowed' from older monuments.
Constantine was a transformational Emperor. He dramatically reorganized the Roman Empire, dividing it into a Western half centered in Rome and an Eastern half centered in his new capital city, Constantinople. He legalized Christianity and was the first Christian Emperor.
The inscription over the central archway includes the words (in the third line) " INSTINCTV DIVINITATIS " declaring that Constantine has been "inspired by the divine". This is said to be indicative of Constantine's shift from traditional pagan religion to Christianity.
In the background, on the right, is the Roman Colosseum. The arch stands on what was the Via Triumphalis, on which victorious generals approached Rome when they were granted a triumphal procession.
Rome; July 2019
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This is the first part of the weather-lore rhyme:
Red sky at night; shepherd's delight,
Red sky in the morning; shepherd's warning...
The 'red sky at night' rhyme is more than an old wives' tale though and has some meteorological foundation - in England at least.
Sometimes the phrase involves sailors rather than shepherds - both have a more than usual interest in the weather!
The end of a beautiful day, saturated with fresh air, warm sun, visual joy and lots of good photography.
We had to drive fast from Padstow to get the sun in the right place, we were 'the original sunset-chasers', tee hee.
We made it in time, of course I have the 'by the second' disappearance of the sun into the sea, however it was the other beauty surrounding it that interested me most!
Like this afterglow, that panoply of stunning colours.
I hadn't bothered to bring my tripod, just found myself a spot to sit, rested my elbows on my knees and held my breath...
I hope you get as much pleasure out of them as I do, M, (*_*)
For more: www.indigo2photography.com
IT IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN (BY LAW!!!) TO USE ANY OF MY image or TEXT on websites, blogs or any other media without my explicit permission. © All rights reserved
sunset, red, "Constantine Bay", silhouettes, rocks, islands, sea, seascape, sky, horizontal, Cornwall, colour, "Nikon D200", "magda indigo"
AEDIPSOS - ΑΙΔΗΨΟΣ
Aedipsos lies 120 km N.West of Chalkis and about 220 km from Athens. Since ancient times it has been known for it's medical springs and therapeutical waters. It was visited by the Roman Emperors Augustus, Hadrian, Marcus Aurelius, Septimus Severus and Caracalla, as well as by the Byzantine Emperors Constantine the Great and Theodosius the Great.
Today it is a modern spa town with lively tourism having about 40,000 visitors daily.
Sights of Evia island travelling between Chalkis and Aedipsos, where my English wife Theresa Jane Brown and I were invited by friends to spend the weekend of March 15 -16, 2014. It was beautiful, sunny, warm Spring weather.
The island of Evia lies along the Eastern coast of Central Greece, and is accessible to the mainland via two bridges, an old wooden bridge and a contemporary suspension bridge. There are also frequent ferries to several parts of the island. It is 175 km long and is the second largest island in Greece, and the third largest in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Thanassis Fournarakos - Θανασης Φουρναρακος
Professional Photographer, retired.
Athens, Greece
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