Monastic reform

Monastic reform refers to movements within religious communities, particularly in Christianity, aimed at renewing and strengthening monastic life. These reforms often focus on returning to strict adherence to spiritual practices, discipline, and communal living as outlined in monastic rules, such as the Rule of Saint Benedict. Significant reform movements, like the Cluniac reform in the 10th century, sought to address issues like corruption, laxity, and worldliness within monasteries. Ultimately, these reforms aimed to enhance spiritual devotion and ensure that monastic communities remained dedicated to prayer, study, and service, aligning more closely with their foundational spiritual ideals.