How did life western europe deteriorate compared to life in the byzantine empire after the fall of the roman empire?

The Byzantine Empire and Western Europe originally were part of the Roman Empire, but by the Middle Ages, they were vastly different, though they shared common traits, but by the 300's, the Byzantine Empire had far surpassed Western Europe in trade and economics and political unity, while both empires were having arguments over religion.

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the great awakening and enlightenment drew together all british subjects with new experiences and educational opportunities for both of them

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