'No one shall call anything his own, no book, writing paper or pen. Nothing at all. Let the brothers be given clothes that suit the weather. In normal places, a cloak and hood will be enough. Monks must not grumble about the colour or rough cloth of their dress"
- There were eight prayer services a day
- Monk's clothes were called Habit. Clothes were functional and comfortable but not luxurious
- Monks were supposed to eat simple vegetarian food, with only two meals a day
- Monks should care for the sick and travelers
- Monks were expected to be silent if they were not at prayers
- Monks were clean-shaven and often shaved a bald spot on the top of their head to show religious dedication
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