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Catholic Answer In the eleventh century, St. Robert of Molesme, who was a Benedictine monk founded a new monastic order based on the Rule of St. Benedict. The purpose was to live the Benedictine life upon more strict and austere lines. By the end of the twelfth century, the new Benedictine Order had 530 Cistercian abbeys and another 150 in the next century. The Cistercians wear an old white version of the typical Black Benedictine Habit. The Cistercians, in turn, were reformed in the 17th century, they are styled Cistercians of the Strict Observance or Trappists, who follow the Rule even more closely. They wear a white robe with a black scapular.
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What is the difference between white and black monks?
White monks typically refer to Christian monks who wear white robes, such as Cistercians or Trappists. Black monks typically refer to Benedictine monks who wear black or dark-colored robes. This distinction is primarily based on the religious order they belong to.
What was the book of rules to be used for governing monasteries called?
Most monasteries in the Western branch of the Church are based on The Rule of St. Benedict. There are several major branches of Benedictines, Cistercians, and Cistercians of the Strict Observance (Trappists), plus Camoldese, etc. who all follow The Rule of St. Benedict. In addition to The Rule, each congregation has specific Constitutions and Directories. You may see the Constitutions and Directory for the American-Cassinese Congregation of Benedictines at the link below. Eastern rite monks usually follow The Rule of the Master which is much longer than The Rule of St. Benedict.
Did the benedictine monastery contributed to the growth of the roman catholic church?
The Benedictine Order comprises of hundreds of monasteries over the centuries which many congregations: like the American Cassinese Congregation, the Swiss Federation, and the English congregation. There are others such as the Solemnes congregation which still celebrates the entire Office and daily Mass in Latin with the pre-Vatican II rites. There are also offshoots from the Benedictine such as the Cistercians and the Cistercians of the Strict Observance (Trappists). Through the centuries the Benedictines have been almost single handedly responsible for keeping Western culture alive through the "Dark Ages" or the Age of Faith. The monks kept learning alive, copied books, and preserved learning when a great many in Europe where barely subsisting. The Benedictines have contributed an enormous amount to architecture, science, etc. Many of the beautiful monasteries and Cathedrals throughout Europe were built for or by the Benedictines. The Benedictines have educated generations of priests and religious. Their contributions for the last fourteen centuries can not be underestimated.
When did the cistercian order come to an end?
It has not come to an end and there are still Cistercian monks today. In England all the monasteries occupied by Benedictines, Cistercians, Cluniacs, Carthusians and others were closed in the period 1538 to 1540 and all monks were either pensioned off or found alternative employment. Naturally, the Order continued to flourish in the rest of Europe. In more recent times the Cistercians (and other Orders of monks and nuns) have returned to the UK to establish themselves again; a thriving community of Cistercians currently exists at Caldey Abbey in Wales, following a regime based closely on that followed by their medieval colleagues. See link below for details of the Caldey Abbey Cistercians:
What was the largest group of monks in Europe in the early Middle Ages?
For many hundreds of years the only group of monks across Europe were the Benedictines, who followed the Rule of St Benedict (written in the 6th century AD). They were always the most numerous group.Other Orders of monks were established with different views of what the Rule meant and how it should be interpreted - the Cistercians were formed in 1098, the Cluniacs in the early 10th century, the Carthusians (or Charterhouse order) in 1084. In most parts of Europe, the Benedictines remained the major monastic order throughout medieval times.The Benedictines were generally much more easy-going, considerate, rational and reasonable in their interpretation of the Rule of St Benedict: there was no mention in the Rule of monks wearing beards, for example, so the Benedictines took the view that beards were not banned. The Cistercian view was that if a certain thing was not mentioned, it was automatically banned.
Who founded the Benedictines?
Roman Catholic AnswerSt. Benedict of Nursia founded the Benedictines.
Are the benedictines among the mendicant orders?
No. The mendicants are sustained by the community where the benedictines are self sustaining
Who was the founder of the Cistercians?
Robert of Molesme.
What has the author Athanasius Allanson written?
Athanasius Allanson has written: 'Biography of the English Benedictines' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Biography
What has the author Emmanuella Moretti written?
Emmanuella Moretti has written: 'L' oblato benedettino' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Benedictines. Oblates
What has the author Bruno Hicks written?
Bruno Hicks has written: 'The Benedictines' -- subject(s): Benedictines, History, Monasticism and religious orders
What has the author Esther De Waal written?
Esther De Waal has written: 'World Made Whole Rediscovering the Celti' 'Living with contradiction' -- subject(s): Protected DAISY 'The Celtic Vision' 'Seeking God' -- subject(s): Rules, Monasticism and religious orders, Spiritual life, Benedictines 'The way of simplicity' -- subject(s): Cistercians, Spiritual life
