The Byzantine Emperor Justinian had a great deal of influence in shaping the policies of the Eastern Orthodox Church. He was able to play such a large role partly because as emperor

Question

A.
he could decide how to spend money given to the Church.
B.
he could decide who would be the next king of Jerusalem.
C.
he was given both military and economic power.
D.
he was given both political and religious power.

Answer 1

D. he was given both political and religious power.

Justinian I, as emperor, had significant authority over both the political and religious spheres, allowing him to influence the Eastern Orthodox Church's policies and practices effectively.