Cistercian
noun
A member of the Cistercian order, a Roman Catholic religious community founded in the 11th century emphasizing a strict monastic life.
He decided to become a Cistercian and dedicate his life to prayer and contemplation.
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Formal
Cistercian monasteries, Cistercian practices, Cistercian spirituality
adjective
Relating to the Cistercian order or its members, particularly involving their art, architecture, or philosophy.
The Cistercian architecture is known for its simplicity and functionality.
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Formal
Cistercian art, Cistercian architecture, Cistercian philosophy
noun
A member of the Cistercian order, a Roman Catholic religious community founded in the 11th century emphasizing a strict monastic life.
He decided to become a Cistercian and dedicate his life to prayer and contemplation.
Usage tips
Formal
Cistercian monasteries, Cistercian practices, Cistercian spirituality
adjective
Relating to the Cistercian order or its members, particularly involving their art, architecture, or philosophy.
The Cistercian architecture is known for its simplicity and functionality.
Usage tips
Formal
Cistercian art, Cistercian architecture, Cistercian philosophy
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Context
Understanding the historical role of Cistercians in monastic life
Cistercians played a significant role in the medieval church.
Pro Tip 2/3Spiritual Discipline
Recognizing the importance of discipline in Cistercian practice
The Cistercian order emphasizes silence and solitude.
Pro Tip 3/3Architectural Influence
Awareness of the impact Cistercians had on Gothic architecture
Many Cistercian monasteries exemplify Gothic design.
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Context
Understanding the historical role of Cistercians in monastic life
Cistercians played a significant role in the medieval church.
Pro Tip 2/3Spiritual Discipline
Recognizing the importance of discipline in Cistercian practice
The Cistercian order emphasizes silence and solitude.
Pro Tip 3/3Architectural Influence
Awareness of the impact Cistercians had on Gothic architecture
Many Cistercian monasteries exemplify Gothic design.
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Context
Understanding the historical role of Cistercians in monastic life
Cistercians played a significant role in the medieval church.
Pro Tip 2/3Spiritual Discipline
Recognizing the importance of discipline in Cistercian practice
The Cistercian order emphasizes silence and solitude.
Pro Tip 3/3Architectural Influence
Awareness of the impact Cistercians had on Gothic architecture
Many Cistercian monasteries exemplify Gothic design.
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