KnowraBasil ILinked fromLinked fromThe 6 pages that link to Basil I, each with the reason it gives.All 6Broader topic 1Related 3Compared with 2Byzantine successionBroader topic: His rise from a non-dynastic background illustrates seizure and consolidation of imperial power.Constantine VIICompared with: His rise from outside the ruling family contrasts with Constantine's inherited legitimacy.Byzantine SenateRelated: His accession illustrates the Senate’s later participation in the formal recognition of emperors.Constantine VIIICompared with: The dynasty founded by Basil I ended its male line under Constantine VIII.Ashot I of ArmeniaRelated: His court recognized Ashot’s royal status as Byzantium sought influence in Armenia.Byzantine Empire under the Amorian dynastyRelated: He seized power after Michael III’s death and established the succeeding dynasty.