Monasteries in Ireland became centers of learning and education from "summary" of How the Irish Saved Civilization: The Untold Story of Ireland's Heroic Role from by Thomas Cahill
In ancient Ireland, monasteries played a crucial role in preserving and transmitting knowledge during a time when much of the Western world was plunged into darkness. These monastic communities became beacons of learning and education, attracting scholars from all over Europe to study and exchange ideas.
The monks living in these monasteries were not just religious figures but also dedicated scholars who copied manuscripts, transcribed texts, and engaged in scholarly pursuits. They meticulously copied and preserved classical works of literature, philosophy, and science that would have otherwise been lost to history.
One of the most famous of these monasteries was the Abbey of Clonmacnoise, where monks diligently worked to transcribe and preserve ancient texts. These manuscrip...
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