People joined monasteries and convents in order to devote their lives to prayer and study. Monastic life was centered around spiritual growth, community living, and the pursuit of a deeper relationship with God, often through prayer, meditation, and the study of scripture. While spreading Christianity and administering the sacraments were also significant aspects of some monastic orders, the primary motivation for many individuals was to dedicate themselves fully to a life of spirituality and contemplation.
People joined monasteries and convents in order to
spread Christianity throughout Europe
control administration of the sacraments.
devote their lives to prayer and study.
shut themselves off from the local community.
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