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How one Roman official helped save ancient knowledge from disappearing

War in sixth-century Italy destroyed knowledge, prompting Cassiodorus to act. He founded a monastery where monks copied and translated manuscripts. This work saved religious and secular writings from being lost forever. The Vivarium monastery became a vital center for preserving ancient texts. Cassiodorus’s efforts ensured knowledge survived centuries of instability.

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