What is another word for cistercians?
Pronunciation: [sˈɪstəʃˌi͡ənz] (IPA) 
Cistercians were a religious order of monks that arose in the 12th century. The name Cistercians is derived from the location of their initial monastery in Cîteaux, France. While the term "Cistercians" is most commonly used to refer to this particular monastic order, there are several synonyms that can be used interchangeably to describe them. Some of these words include Trappists, White Monks, Bernardines, and Marianists. Each of these names reflects a different aspect of the Cistercian tradition, whether it be the involvement of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, the emphasis on silence and work, or the devotion to the Virgin Mary. Regardless of the name used, Cistercians have played an influential role in the history of the Christian faith.
