Ancient Males

Comparison between Ashoka and Constantine Name Institutional affiliation Comparison between Ashoka and Constantine Introduction Ashoka and Constantine are among the most influential rulers of the ancient world who spark the debate on the role of religion within a state. Ashoka was the third king of the Indian Maurya Dynasty from c. 268 to 232 BCE. The empire extended from the Hindu Kush to the Bay of Bengal, covering the entire Indian subcontinent with the exception of the Southern tip. During his rule, the emperor expanded the empire to regions were none of his ancestors had concurred before. Constantine, also known as Constantine the Great, was to a Roman soldier who rose to the position of the Caesar. He became emperor following this fathers death at Eboracum. During his rule, the emperor expanded the West, before finally launching an attack on Licinius of the Eastern Empire in 324 to become the sole emperor of East and West. Constantine ruled the Roman Emperor from 324 to 337 AD. Despite their military background, both Ashoka and Constantine were softened by their experiences in battle and the teachings of their respective religions. Similarities and differences Both Ashoka and Constantine came from a history of