Monastic Reforms

Monastic reforms refer to efforts throughout history to improve and renew religious communities dedicated to monastic life, such as monks and nuns. These reforms aimed to strengthen spiritual discipline, return to stricter original rules, and often address issues like laxity, corruption, or worldly influences within monasteries. They frequently sought greater focus on prayer, humility, and community discipline, sometimes leading to the founding of new monastic orders or movements. Overall, monastic reforms reflect a desire to deepen religious devotion and align monastic life more closely with foundational spiritual principles.