The decline of Rome was the natural and inevitable effect of moderate greatness ( large size )....... The introduction........ of Christianity, had some influence on the decline and fall of the Roman Empire. The clergy successfully preached the doctrine of patience; the active virtues of society were discouraged; and the last remains of military spirit were buried in the cloister; a large portion of public and private wealth was consecrated to the ........ demands of charity and devotion.
What does the first and last sentence mean by it? I understand the part of Christianity but not the others. HELP!!!!!!
What does the first and last sentence mean by it? I understand the part of Christianity but not the others. HELP!!!!!!