Question

Which statements correctly describe the role the Christian church and monasteries had in preserving learning and spreading Christianity?



Choose all answers that are correct.


a. Monks copied texts about medicine, astronomy, and law, as well as religious works.


b. The monks set an example of serious Christian living.


c. As a rule, monasteries did not offer meals and safe lodging to travelers who were not monks.


d. Monks from Ireland sailed east to found monasteries in Scotland and England.

Answer 1

The monks set an example of serious Christian living. (Option b)

• The monks did not live in monasteries at first, they began living alone in the wilderness.
• They formed communities to further laid the foundations for one of the most enduring Christian institutions.
• Whether they live there in a community or recluses, had essentially some special work that occupies a large place in their activities.
• The monastic life is based on their manner of self-renunciation with elements corresponding to the obedience lifestyles.