coenobitic

Coenobitic refers to a lifestyle or community of religious individuals who live in a monastery or convent, often in a communal setting. The term is derived from the Greek word "koinobios," meaning "living together." Coenobitic communities are characterized by their shared living spaces, meals, and spiritual practices. These communities are typically led by a superior, such as an abbot or abbess, who oversees the spiritual and administrative aspects of the group. The coenobitic lifestyle is often associated with the Benedictine and Cistercian orders, which emphasize prayer, manual labor, and study. The term can also be used more broadly to describe any communal living arrangement, not necessarily religious.