How Does the Iconography of Empress Theodora and Her Attendants

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Multiple Choice

How does the iconography of Empress Theodora and Her Attendants and Emperor Justinian and His Attendants symbolize the celebration of the Eucharist?

• A)Justinian and Theodora offer a model of San Vitale as well as other gifts to Christ.
• B)They are depicted alongside Christ in an icon that was used to aid a worshiper in prayer.
• C)The mosaics portray the baptism of the Byzantine rulers next to scenes from Christ's life.
• D)Justinian holds a paten and Theodora carries a chalice that will be used in the liturgy.

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