What is the Hagia Sophia?

The video explores the complex history of Hagia Sophia, from its origins as a church built by Emperor Justinian to its transformation into a mosque under the Ottomans, and later into a museum by Ataturk. It highlights the building's architectural significance, its role in religious and cultural identity, and the ongoing tensions between secular and religious influences. The video also discusses the current state of Hagia Sophia, including its structural vulnerabilities and the diverse ways people interact with it today.

Who was responsible for building the Hagia Sophia as a church in the sixth century?

• Emperor Constantine

• Emperor Justinian

• Sultan Mehmed II

• Mustafa Kemal Ataturk

What significant event in 1453 led to the Hagia Sophia's conversion into a mosque?

• The conquest of Constantinople by the Ottoman Turks

• The end of World War I

• The rise of the Byzantine Empire

• The fall of the Roman Empire

Which architectural feature was added to the Hagia Sophia when it was converted into a mosque?

• A bell tower

• A crypt

• A mihrab

• A rose window

What was Ataturk's primary reason for converting the Hagia Sophia into a museum?

• To promote secularism

• To preserve its Christian heritage

• To honor Ottoman architecture

• To increase tourism

What percentage of Turkey's cultural heritage site revenue is generated by the Hagia Sophia?

• 10%

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

What is a current concern regarding the Hagia Sophia's physical state?

• It is being relocated

• It is facing structural deterioration

• It is being converted back to a church

• It is being expanded

What does the term 'lived religion' refer to in the context of the Hagia Sophia?

• Historical religious texts

• State-imposed religious laws

• Individual religious experiences and practices

• Official religious practices