Pachomian Rule

The Pachomian Rule, established by Saint Pachomius in the 4th century, is a set of guidelines for communal monastic life. It organizes monks into structured communities with shared routines, emphasizing obedience, prayer, work, and mutual support. The rule promotes discipline, humility, and harmony within the monastery, balancing spiritual duties with daily labor. It was influential in shaping early Christian monasticism by providing practical, orderly governance that fostered spiritual growth through community life.