CHAPTER 69

That the Monks Presume Not to Defend One Another

Apr. 27—Aug. 27—Dec. 27

Care must be taken that no monk presume on any ground to defend another

monk in the monastery, or as it were to take him under his protection,

even though they be united by some tie of blood-relationship. Let not

the monks dare to do this in any way whatsoever, because it may give

rise to most serious scandals. But if anyone breaks this rule, let him

be severely punished.

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