The first Russian Empire, established by Peter the Great in the early 18th century, adopted the title of "Emperor" (or "Imperator" in Russian). This title was reflective of the influence of the Roman and Byzantine Empires, echoing their legacy of imperial authority. Prior to this, rulers were commonly referred to as "Tsar," which is a Slavic term derived from "Caesar." Peter the Great's adoption of the title "Emperor" signified a desire to align the Russian state with European powers and assert its status on the international stage.
The first russian empire revered the roman and byzantine empire, and adopt what title?
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