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Medieval monks provided a number of supports to their communities.
They ran most, but not all, of the schools. They also tutored important people separately.
They gave aid to the poor.
They ran military monastic organizations that provided protection to travellers and places for them to stay. Two groups in particular are noted for this, The Knights Templar, and the Knights Hospitaller.
The Knights Templar operated an early financial system for transferring money from one place to another.
Monastic organization ran monasteries, where people could go to retreat from society and be safe. They sheltered people ranging from queens fleeing from their husbands to women serfs fleeing from their families. They sometimes harbored admitted criminals, as long as they believed it was an act that might save a soul. Their properties were sacrosanct, and kings did not usually dare to violate them.
They transcribed bibles and other books.
What else can I help you with?
Are Monks the same as Buddhists?
Not necessarily. Many religions have monks. Monks are people who withdraw from ordinary life to pursue their religious beliefs on a daily basis. So you can have Christian monks, Buddhist monks, Hindu monks, etc. Islam does not have a similar tradition though.
How are monks supported?
charitable contributions and their sales of plants and whatnot
Can monks and nuns marry?
Sure, but they have to leave their positions.
What are the contributions of the modern family society?
contributions of the modern family in the society?
Why did Christian monks shave their heads?
Christian monks shave their heads as a symbol of humility, renunciation of worldly vanity, and dedication to a life of prayer and service to God.
Does christian monks and nuns follow obedience?
Yes
What is Christian monks clothing called?
They are called a cassock.
Do monks wear white?
well,Buddhists wear saffron,but they're monks. Christian monks normally wear earthly colors. e.g:dark green,brown
What group of Christian monks wear brown habits?
Franciscans
What do christian monks and what do Buddhist monks do in there everyday life?
For Christian monks, it depends on the monastic order they've joined. All orders emphasize regular prayer and introspection. Beyond that, some orders are founded to do missionary work, some focus on agriculture, teaching, or other service, some are contemplative orders; that is, they withdraw from the society around them to study and pray. It is my understanding that Buddhist monasteries can be much more flexible in what their members do. All monks must study the dhamma lessons and learn to meditate. This is necessarily a very brief, simplistic answer.
How is the community of monks supported?
Monasteries or temples (communities of monks) usually are supported by donations, contributions, and/or begging.
Who preserved Greek and roman writing?
The Greek and Roman writing was preserved by the monks, as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian teachings.The Greek and Roman writing was preserved by the monks, as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian teachings.The Greek and Roman writing was preserved by the monks, as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian teachings.The Greek and Roman writing was preserved by the monks, as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian teachings.The Greek and Roman writing was preserved by the monks, as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian teachings.The Greek and Roman writing was preserved by the monks, as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian teachings.The Greek and Roman writing was preserved by the monks, as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian teachings.The Greek and Roman writing was preserved by the monks, as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian teachings.The Greek and Roman writing was preserved by the monks, as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian teachings.
