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Dvin: Armenia's Medieval Capital Under Arab Rule
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the history of Dvin, the capital of early medieval Armenia that flourished under Arab rule. After the fall of the Arshakuni dynasty, Dvin became the seat of the Armenian Catholicos and a vibrant center of trade and culture. Lucas discusses the city's foundation by King Khosrov III in the 4th century, its rise under the Marzbanate and later Arab governors, and the architectural marvels like the grand cathedral. He also covers the city's role in the Armenian Church's independence from the Byzantine and Arab powers, including the Council of…
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