- Why was Rome significant in the history of Western civilization? Rome was incredibly significant in Western Civilization because most of the ideals and practices of western life came from Rome. Rome also helped with the spread and creation of Greek culture. Roman Culture was also very significant because it shows their type of civilization worked, and that a refined culture with laws is successful. An example of this would be The Republic, in which the same type of system is used today.
2. What was the significance of St. Augustine in Christian history? St. Augustine is one of the most important figures in Christianity. This is because of the contributions to the religion. He was the one that thought about sin the most, and really tried to find the origin of evil and sin. he also was very influence and that the way Christianity is practiced today, came from his teachings and thoughts.