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Monasteries were a place for individuals to live ascetic lives away from the outside 'world' that are dedicated to Christian worship.
Monastic living is not a Biblical principle.
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Are all the monasteries the same?
No. There are Christian monasteries and non-Christian monasteries. Within the Christian tradition, there are many kinds of monastic observances. I am sure the same is true for non-Christian monastic communities.
Who destroyed Christian monasteries?
In recent decades, ISIS (ISIL) has destroyed Christian monasteries in Syria & Iraq. They have killed numerous Christians too.
Are there any monasteries other than Catholics?
There are many monasteries other than Catholic ones. In the Christian religion, the Anglicans have monasteries, I know that there are Lutheran sisters, but I'm not sure about monasteries. Also, there is the ecumenical Taize community. In non-Christian religions, I know that the Buddhists have monasteries, the most famous are in Tibet, and the Hindu religion also has monasteries.
What role did monasteries play in Christianity?
Monasteries were places where monks studied christian works and they preserved and promoted the ideas and beliefs of Christianity.
How many christian monasteries are there in India?
more than 10 million
Did orthodox have a monasterie?
There are many Orthodox Christian monasteries throughout the globe. The most famous is Mount Athos in Greece, which houses hundreds of monasteries.
What role did monasteries play in strengthening Christianity?
Monasteries were places where monks studied christian works and they preserved and promoted the ideas and beliefs of christianity.
What has the author Samuel Al Syriany written?
Samuel Al Syriany has written: 'Guide to ancient Coptic churches & monasteries in upper Egypt' -- subject(s): Christian antiquities, Church architecture, Coptic Church, Coptic Monasteries, Guidebooks, Monasteries, Coptic
What has the author Christos G Patrinelis written?
Christos G. Patrinelis has written: 'Stavronikita Monastery' -- subject(s): Art, Athos (Monasteries), Athos (Monasteries). Stavronikita, Christian art and symbolism
What has the author Conleth Manning written?
Conleth Manning has written: 'Rock of Cashel, Co. Tipperary' -- subject(s): Architecture, Medieval, Buildings, structures, Church architecture, Medieval Architecture 'Early Irish monasteries' -- subject(s): Christian antiquities, Monasteries
What is Christian Beadles addrress?
christian beadles currently lives in atlanta, georgia, but the exact address is not given out do to privacy purposes
Are monasteries used for Catholics?
Yes there are Catholic monasteries but there are also monasteries that belong to other denominations as well.
