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The Cistercians were founded because they saw other Benedictine Monastaries as becoming too lax, and in some cases Modernist.
From the website of the Cistercians of the Strict Observance:
"In 1098 a small group of monks from the French Abbey of Molesme, seeking to live a life in stricter conformity to the Rule of St. Benedict, founded a monastery which they simply called Novum Monasterium (New Monastery)"
From the Catholic Encyclopedia article on Cistercians:
"St. Robert, son of the noble Thierry and Ermengarde of Champagne, was Abbot of Molesme, a monastery dependent on Cluny. Appalled by the laxity into which the Order of Cluny had fallen, he endeavored to effect reforms in the monasteries of Saint-Pierre-de-la-Celle, Saint-Michel of Tonnerre, and finally in that of Molesme. His attempts at reform in these monasteries were met with very little success, he, with six of his religious, among whom were Alberic and Stephen, had recourse to Hugh, Legate of the Holy See, and Archbishop of Lyons. Authorized by Archbishop Hugh to institute a reform, Robert and his companions returned to Molesme and there chose from among the religious those whom they considered most fitted to participate in their undertaking."
Roman Catholic Answer: The Monks of the Order of Citeaux (Cistertium) founded at that place by St. Robert of Molesme, St. Alberic, and St. Stephen Harding in 1098 for strict observance of the Rule of St. Benedict. (from A Catholic Dictionary, edited by Donald Attwater, 2nd Edition, Revised). Most monks in Europe from the sixth century until the present day are Benedictines following the Rule of St. Benedict. In the 11th century, the three saints named above wanted to follow The Rule more closely, and simply, so they started the Cistercian Order. The Trappists were monks from the Cistercian Abbey at La Trappe who further reformed the order in 1664, they were reabsorbed into the Cistercian Order in 1892 and were known as Cistercians of the Strict Observance.
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What are the comparisons of the Cistercians Franciscans and Dominicans?
The Cistercians are monks, while the Franciscans and Dominicans are both friars, the only thing that they have in common is that they are all religious Orders of the Catholic Church. The Cistercians were a reform of the Benedictine monasteries of the Cluny family which started in 1098 with St. Bernard of Clairvaux. The Franciscans and Dominicans were founded from nothing by St. Francis and St. Dominic (respectively) in 1209 and 1216.
Who was the founder of the Cistercians?
Robert of Molesme.
How were the benedictines and cistercians different?
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.
What has the author Martha Gay Newman written?
Martha Gay Newman has written: 'The boundaries of charity : the Cistercians in twelfth-century society' -- subject(s): Cistercians, History
What is the difference between benedictine and cistercian?
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.
Are there any famous monks in the order of cistercians of the strict observance?
Thomas Merton
What are the differences and similarities between Cistercians Franciscans Dominicans?
Cistercians, Franciscans, and Dominicans are all Catholic religious orders. The Cistercians focus on a contemplative and monastic lifestyle, the Franciscans emphasize poverty and simplicity in their service to the poor, and the Dominicans are known for their commitment to preaching and teaching. While each order has its own unique charism and history, all three share a dedication to living out the Gospel message in service to others.
What is a strict religious order?
The Cistercians or Trappists are quite strict in their dedication to the cloistered monastic lifestyle.
What has the author Malachy Hartry written?
Malachy Hartry has written: 'Triumphalia chronologica monasterii sanctae crucis in Hibernia' -- subject(s): Cistercians, Holly Cross Abbey 'Triumphalia chronologica monasterii sanctae crucis in Hibernia' -- subject(s): Cistercians, Holly Cross Abbey
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 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 has the author Joseph Charles Castora written?
Joseph Charles Castora has written: 'The \\' -- subject(s): Church history, Cistercians, History
