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 Dvin in 555. The episode touches on the devastating earthquake of 893 and the city's eventual decline under the Seljuks. Luna's questions draw out details about daily life, religious tensions, and the legacy of Dvin's artisans. Together, they paint a vivid picture of a city that once rivaled Ani and Etchmiadzin in importance, a symbol of Armenian resilience during centuries of foreign domination. #Dvin #Duin #Armenia #MedievalArmenia #ArmenianCapital #ArabRule #Catholicos #CouncilOfDvin #KhosrovIII #ArmenianChurch #Caucasus #ByzantineEmpire #SassanidEmpire #SeljukTurks #Earthquake893 #History #FexingoHistory #MedievalHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo