Warfare
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 While Roman Empire used military for offence,
Byzantines developed defensive way of battle.
Goverment
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 In both Empires the emperor held all power with the
senate only an advisory institution.
Ruling parts of empire
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 Roman Empire was divided into provinces which
were political, but Byzantine Empire was divided
into themes which were based according to which
area which army occupied.
Religion
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 While old romans believed in many gods, Byzantines
already accepted Christianity.
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