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The infirmary (2/13)
The infirmary complex essentially functioned
as a monastery in miniature. It relied on the abbey for provisions,
service books and even bedding, but once these had been received
it could operate
independently. The infirmary was set apart from the heart of the
monastery, usually to the east of the claustral range, but was
often connected to
the main claustral area by passages. In a similar way, although
the inmates here were physically removed from the rest of the community
and were
granted concessions from the monastic life, they were nonetheless
expected to follow the daily routine of conventual life as much
as they were able
and to observe the rules of the Order; regardless of any infirmity
every monk was subject to correction.(2)
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