On This Day: The Battle of Azaz ends with a humiliating retreat of the Byzantine emperor,... (1030)
On August 10, 1030: The Battle of Azaz ends with a humiliating retreat of the Byzantine emperor, Romanos III Argyros, against the Mirdasid rulers of Aleppo. The retreat degenerates into a rout, in which Romanos himself barely escapes capture.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.
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