Answer: Monasteries were the few places that travelers could stay in during the Middle Ages. They also helped to feed the poor, take care of the sick, and provided education to boys in the local community. Monks would spend their time in prayer, obedience, and hard work to try to bring about the salvation of humanity in monasteries. In short, whilst this place was a holding place for those in need it was also a place where people could worship and devote their time and life to God.
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