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The Chorá of Patmos (Greece): Analysis of Architectural Heritage, Identification of Risks and Assessment of Impacts
A groundbreaking analysis of the Chorá of Patmos reveals its architectural heritage as a unique expression of Greek island vernacular styles. The study identifies key risks to its Outstanding Universal Value (OUV) and introduces the Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA), a tool designed to forecast and mitigate potential developmental impacts on cultural significance. By examining urban structure, architectural typologies, and building systems, researchers provide a framework for sustainable preservation. Funded by the European Creative Europe program under the 3D Past project, this work offers actionable insights for managing future transformations while safeguarding Patmos' historical integrity.
Remarks on the settlement of peasants from Patmos in Venetian Crete
Historical records reveal significant interactions between the Monastery of Saint-John the Theologian on Patmos and Venetian Crete, highlighting its economic and political influence. By the 12th century, the monastery secured land in Crete, forming the basis for a Cretan metochion at Stylos. A 1219 treaty between Venetian authorities and Cretan rebels ensured the safety of Patmos monks while granting freedom to some peasants. Later, in 1271, the monastery was granted annual grain exports from Crete, a privilege confirmed in 1307. These findings underscore the monastery's strategic role in cross-regional trade and its enduring presence during Venetian rule.
L’epiteto οἰκουμενικός nelle firme nominali di ratifica dei patriarchi di Costantinopoli
A critical reassessment of Byzantine diplomatic practices reveals that the epithet 'οἰκουμενικός' (oikoumenikos) was not adopted by patriarchs of Constantinople during their Nicene exile, as previously believed. Instead, its first documented appearance in ratification signatures occurs only in the late Comnenian period, supported by newly examined original documents from the Archives of the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian on Patmos. This challenges long-standing scholarly consensus rooted in Vitalien Laurent's work and advances understanding of medieval ecclesiastical symbolism.
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