yes, the catholic church played a role in establishing a system of education by setting up monastic and cathedral schools.
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Phaungdawoo Monastic Education High School was created in 1993.
Mary Frederick has written: 'The emptying empire' -- subject(s): Catholic Church, Education, Monastic and religious life of women
Stephen Anderl has written: 'The religious and Catholic action' -- subject(s): Monastic and religious life, Catholic action
Gregor Mendel, known for his experiments on pea plants and establishing the principles of heredity, was a Catholic monk in Austria and his surviving writings do not indicate his specific political beliefs. It is believed that he focused primarily on his scientific research and monastic duties, rather than engaging in political matters.
the desire to eliminate wealth and corruption from the church
The Jesuits, officially known as the Society of Jesus, played a significant role in the Catholic Counter-Reformation. Founded by Ignatius of Loyola in 1540, the Jesuits focused on spreading Catholicism, education, and countering the spread of Protestantism. Their emphasis on discipline, education, and missionary work made them influential figures in the Catholic Church's efforts to combat the Protestant Reformation.
It is said that St. Patrick was there and converted a King of Munster. It is also the site of an ancient monastic settlement.
That would probably be St. Benedict of Nursia who wrote the rules for monastic life. He is considered the founder of western monasticism.
In medieval times, schools were often established at religious centers such as monasteries and cathedral schools. These institutions served as centers of learning for clergy and laypeople, focusing on subjects like theology, philosophy, and the liberal arts. Monastic schools played a crucial role in preserving and transmitting knowledge during this period, while cathedral schools eventually evolved into early universities. Education was primarily aimed at preparing individuals for religious life and service within the church.
A Monastic Trio was created in 1968.
Not all monastic churches were cruciform. The larger churches were cruciform, regardless of whether they were monastic or not, and the smaller ones were in simple rectangular shapes, regardless of whether they were monastic or not.