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As far as Catholic monks are concerned, according to the Rule of most monasteries they are not to travel at all. However, Benedictine monks often travel for school, to visit family, to minister at outlying parishes, etc. A Cistercian of the Strict Observance would probably only travel to go to the hospital.
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Who were the 2 monks that traveled along the silk road?
Faxian and Xuanzang.
Who taught children after the monks?
The monasteries didn't teach the children before or after they were closed. Children didn't go to school in this time. Wealthy children had tutors, but poor children still went to work by 7-8 years old.
Did Buddhists invent martial arts?
Not really, but they were heavily involved in the spread according to legends. The root is considered to be in India, and when the Bodhidharma, an Indian prince trained in combat, traveled to China to spread Buddhism, he brought it with him. At the temples he taught the monks to improve their health and strength and it spread throughout China and Asia.
Did Monks teach in the school in the middle ages?
Not all monks taught in schools during the Middle Ages as not all monasteries had schools. However, many communities did operate what would be called schools today.
What is the belief that people should live without regard to wealth?
According to philosophizers this was taught by monks who lived in harmony with the Chinese
What were the monks who traveled and preached to the poor called in the middle ages?
The general term is "mendicant". You may be thinking of the Franciscans, a specific order of mendicants.
Where were some of the cities or villages Jesus taught in?
Jesus traveled throughout the region of Galilee, teaching in the synagogues
How were midieval monks and missionsaries different?
Medieval monks typically lived in monasteries and devoted their lives to prayer, meditation, and manual labor in seclusion from the outside world. Missionaries, however, traveled to spread their religious beliefs, often to areas that were not yet Christianized, and engaged with local communities to convert them to Christianity. While both monks and missionaries were guided by their faith, their lifestyles and objectives differed in terms of interaction with society.
What are the factors that led to the spread of Buddhism during the Buddha's time?
The Buddha traveled throughout Northern India and Nepal and taught as he traveled. He would send out his monks daily to beg for food and in return the monks would provide teachings to the people. Because Buddhism is a classless religion and treats all people the same, with kindness and compassion, it was seen by many as an improvement over their current situation. Further history: Buddhism srpead to become the main religion in India and the largest religion in the world until between 400 CE - 1000 CE when the Brahman priests gain sway over the Indian courts and used their influence to reduce the influence of Buddhism and increase the growth of Brahmanism / Hinduism.
How did monks and Friars differ?
Monks lived in secluded communities and focused on contemplation and prayer, following a strict routine set by the rule of their order, while friars were itinerant preachers who traveled and worked in the community, focusing on helping the poor and spreading the teachings of the church. Monks typically lived in monasteries and owned communal property, while friars lived in friaries and took vows of poverty.
How are medieval monks different to missionaries?
Medieval monks were typically members of religious communities who focused on prayer, study, and manual work within monasteries, while missionaries were individuals sent by a religious group to spread their faith and convert non-believers. Monks lived a contemplative, cloistered life, while missionaries traveled extensively to share their religious beliefs with different cultures and societies.
What were three activities that took place in the medieval monastery?
Besides preserving manuscripts, the monks taught better methods of agriculture, cared for the poor and the sick, and conducted church activities.
