Why do you think the Roman Empire Fell??? Give some examples.?

Question

Tell me your opinion, I'm not really sure, but I'd geuss its the barbarian invasions because so many invaded that Rome lost a lot of power and money. ( By the way, this isn't really wendy posting this, its her daughter )

Answer 1

It wasn't the barbarian invasion that destroyed Rome. The Huns accepted the massive bribe and went away. The real destruction came from the hyperinflation that followed the invasion, it was an economic factor. The famous roman currency suddenly became worthless and all trade was eliminated. It has been studied extensively in economic classes. Suddenly the troops had no way of being paid, and the famous roman farmers had to way to barter their crops. The entire economy collapsed.

Answer 2

The Roman Empire was an idea built upon an unsustainable principle and that principle was that military supremacy can be maintained generation after generation on the backs of a priviledged civilization. A nations defenders must come from its citizens or the purpose of that defense will be lost, and the wars in defense of a nation's populations will be lost to more determined enemies.

The degeneration of the citizen defender, destroyed the bubble of invincibility that Cincinattus had helped to erect in the defense of Rome as an idea and strong society. The propaganda that had infused and sustained the state now became the bitter cynicism that stung the idea of Rome to death like so many killer bees. Barbarians were able to capitalize on this weakness of spirit and determination and further enforce a belief that Rome was dead.

The empire fell apart because not enough people believed enough in Rome to continue fight in her defense. With the death of her defenders, so died the spirit and the knowledge of what Rome was.

Answer 3

*** fl chap. 1 p. 6 par. 6 Finding the Key to Family Happiness ***

In Part II of The Story of Civilization, historian Will Durant describes the collapse of the family in ancient Greece, then continues: “The essential cause of the Roman conquest of Greece was the disintegration of Greek civilization from within.” He then goes on to show that the strength of Rome was the family, but when the family arrangement broke down because of sexual immorality, the empire went into decline."..........
......In reality, history confirms the ancient saying, “It does not belong to man who is walking even to direct his step.” But it also indicates that there is a source beyond human wisdom that can be looked to for direction, with the result that the family unit prospers. Historians report that, while the Roman Empire decayed, “the family life of the Jews was exemplary, and the little Christian communities were troubling the pleasure-mad pagan world with their piety and decency.” (The Story of Civilization, Part III, p. 366)

Answer 4

It didn't "fall". That just makes it sounds grand and tragic. The idea of a "fall" was introduced by the Enlightenment-era philosophers who were more enamoured with ancient civilizations than more recent history.

In actuality, the balance of power simply shifted from Rome, to the growing strength of the northern Germanic tribes (especially the Franks - Charlemagne was styled the "Holy Roman Emperor"), and to the Eastern Empire (aka Byzantium).

Answer 5

Most common theory (at least back in my day) about the root cause: decadence -- "bread and circuses" or as the Romans said, "panem et circenses." The masses were kept well-fed and entertained, so they didn't pay attention to the way the government was screwing up and weakening the nation. When the barbarians hit it was too late. Other theories include lead poisoning and Christianity. Good summary at source below.

Answer 6

IMO Rome fell when the people became too comfortable and were not willing to defend their nation.

Kind of like Americans today......Say hello to China, the up and coming super power.

Answer 7

read edward gibbons treatise on the subject, he pretty much covers it. teh barbarian invasions were jstu one of teh reasons for the fall

Answer 8

Just like a big oak that falls, it rotted from the inside.

Answer 9

I keep hearing it ROTTED from within, much like what is happening to the West.

You need examples? Just look at what is happening to Europe and America.

Illegal immigration, sexual immorality, constant wars, political and economic corruption, liberalism, etc., and for America particularly, forgetting G*D!

Answer 10

lead in the wine. Also, you can't rule the world. Eventually, the foreign troops in your army will outnumber your own and they'll wise up.