The reign of Constantine the Great marked a pivotal transformation in Roman history, giving rise to what is often referred to as the Constantinian Empire—a period that laid the foundations for a new era of imperial power, Christianity, and centralized authority. His establishment of Constantinople as the eastern capital not only shifted the empire’s center of gravity but also set the stage for the emergence of the Byzantine Empire, which carried the legacy of Rome forward for over a thousand years. Blending Roman governance, Greek culture, and Christian faith, the Byzantine Empire became a beacon of continuity, resilience, and refined civilization in the medieval world—standing as a direct continuation of Constantine’s ambitious imperial vision.