Renunciation Of The Will
Definition
The common-life form of monasticism distinguished by greater discipline, in which the life of the monks both in the shared monastery and in the cells is determined in the slightest detail by a Rule, there is no right to personal property, and everything produced by the monks’ labour becomes common property.
Episodes
Related Concepts
- Coenobitic Monasticism
- Probation Testing Of Monastic Vocation
Biblical References
- Matthew 19:21 — *Jesus said to him, “If you wish to be perfect, go sell your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” *
- Matthew 5:44 (implicitly, ‘the Teacher’s commandment’ to love enemies) — *But I say to you, love your enemy and pray for those who persecute you, *