How were monks punished?

Monks were often punished through various forms of discipline that aligned with their monastic rules and the severity of the offense. Common punishments included restrictions on communal activities, such as exclusion from meals or prayer services, and more severe cases could lead to temporary expulsion from the monastery. Some monasteries practiced physical punishment, such as flogging, while others focused on spiritual correction through acts of penance or increased prayer and fasting. The goal of punishment was typically to encourage repentance and restore the monk's commitment to their vows.