Role of Irish missionaries in spreading knowledge from "summary" of How The Irish Saved Civilization by Thomas Cahill
In a world plunged into darkness and chaos following the fall of the Roman Empire, a glimmer of hope emerged from the shores of Ireland. Irish missionaries, driven by a deep sense of faith and a thirst for knowledge, embarked on a mission to spread the light of learning throughout Europe. These missionaries, many of whom were monks, traveled far and wide, braving treacherous seas and hostile lands to carry the torch of civilization to distant shores. They established monasteries and schools, where they diligently copied and preserved ancient texts that were in danger of being lost forever. The Irish monks were not content with merely preserving knowledge; they were determined to share it with others. They taught Latin, the language of the educated elite, to those who were ea...
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