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Dominican Monastery

The Dominican Monastery is a religious community housing members of the Dominican Order, a Catholic religious order founded in the 13th century. It functions as a place of prayer, worship, study, and community life for monks or nuns dedicated to spiritual growth, serving both their congregation and the broader community through teaching, preaching, and charitable activities. The monastery often includes a church, cloisters, and living quarters, fostering a contemplative environment where members pursue a life of silence, reflection, and service rooted in the Dominican principles of truth and justice.