The Church of the Prophet Samuel at the Hebdomon
Another important sanctuary at the Hebdomon was the church built by Emperor Arcadius in the year 407 to house the […]
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The Religious Importance of the Hebdomon
The Hebdomon enjoyed a great religious reputation because of the many churches that once stood within its boundaries. These sanctuaries
The Palace of the Hebdomon and the Name Magnaura
During the seventh and eighth centuries, the palace of the Hebdomon appears in historical sources under a new name: Magnaura.
Where Were the Seven Miles Measured From?
There is very little room for disagreement about the point from which the seven miles of the Hebdomon were measured.
The Visit of Pope Constantine in 708
One final and very strong proof of the position of the Hebdomon comes from the visit of Pope Constantine to
The Hebdomon and Its Position by the Sea
There can be no serious doubt that the Hebdomon was situated on the shore of the Sea of Marmora. Several