Monasticism (noun)

1. The way of life of people who live as monks in a monastery.
2. The religious or philosophical beliefs of monks or monasteries.
3. The tradition of monasteries and monks in a particular area or religion.

Origin:

From late latin monasticismus, from ancient greek μοναστικισμός (monastikismós), from μοναστής (monastēs, "mon.k")

Examples:

1. Monasticism was an important part of medieval society.
2. The monasticism of the Buddhist tradition emphasizes meditation and self-reflection.
3. The monasticism of the Middle Ages was characterized by a life of prayer, manual labor, and study.
4. Many people are drawn to monasticism for its promise of a simple and spiritual life.
5. The monasticism of the Cistercians was known for its focus on manual labor and self-sufficiency.