The later Empire
Julian
He was an emperor who tried to restore the old gods.
Years. AD 331 to AD 363
Three short facts
- 1He was raised Christian, then chose the old rites.
- 2He wrote letters and satires.
- 3He died on a campaign in the east after a short reign.
The story
Julian loved Greek philosophy and the older sacrifices.
When he became emperor he reduced special favors for the church.
He did not have long.
He died in AD 363.
The old public cults did not come back to stay.