A monk of the prolific branch of the Benedictine Order, established in 1098 at Cîteaux, in France, by Robert, abbot of Molesme. For two hundred years the Cistercians followed the rule of St. Benedict in all its rigor.

relating to the Order of Citeaux, founded by Bernardo di Chiaravalle. The buildings are very severe in appearance and lack any ornamentation.

member of an order of monks noted for austerity and a vow of silence

Of or pertaining to the Cistercians.