However , in the Theodosian Code there is a law for the preservation of the temples that were situated outside of city walls .
Sozomen contends that Constantius did not , apparently , attempt to stop the Christians from destroying and pillaging many of the ancient temples .
In the Theodosian Code there is a law for the preservation of the temples that were situated outside of city walls .
Sozomen contends that Constantius did not , apparently , attempt to stop the Christians from destroying and pillaging many of the ancient temples .