![]() And now, all rising at the signal which indicated the emperor’s entrance, at last he himself proceeded through the midst of the assembly, like some heavenly messenger of God, clothed in raiment which glittered as it were with rays of light, reflecting the glowing radiance of a purple robe, and adorned with the brilliant splendor of gold and precious stones. ![]() ![]() ![]() And first of all, three of his immediate family entered in succession, then others also preceded his approach, not of the soldiers or guards who usually accompanied him, but only friends in the faith. As soon, then, as the whole assembly had seated themselves with becoming orderliness, a general silence prevailed, in expectation of the emperor’s arrival. On each side of the interior of this were many seats disposed in order, which were occupied by those who had been invited to attend, according to their rank. which appeared to exceed the rest in magnitude. Now when the appointed day arrived on which the council met for the final solution of the questions in dispute, each member was present for this in the central building of the palace, 3246 3246 The exact dates of the Council are controverted, but it seems that it ended August 25, having probably begun June 14. Constantine, entering, took his Seat in the Assembly. ![]()
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