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Monks were considered the heroes of Europe during the Middle Ages due to their role in preserving knowledge and culture through tumultuous times. They meticulously copied manuscripts, safeguarding classical texts and religious writings that would have otherwise been lost. Additionally, monasteries served as centers of learning, agriculture, and charity, providing stability and support to local communities. Their commitment to education, spirituality, and social welfare helped foster the development of European civilization.

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The term "Dark Ages" is no longer used among historians; the period is today known as the Saxon/Viking era.During this time the Benedictine Order was the only order of monks in western Europe, so popular or not, that's all there was.


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