Question: thus illuminism survived and flourished in darkness after its "adepts" in the editorial offices, university chairs and pulpits had beaten down the public clamour for its extirpation.
Answer: --> Thus Illuminism survived and flourished in darkness after its "adepts" in the editorial offices, university chairs and pulpits had beaten down the public clamour for its extirpation.

Question: the people read it, and were delighted with the comfort it brought them.
Answer: --> The people read it, and were delighted with the comfort it brought them.

Question: szeto wah's memorial will be a source of inspiration for future generations of democracy activists.
Answer:
--> Szeto Wah's memorial will be a source of inspiration for future generations of democracy activists.