Brethren [and Sisters] of the Common Life
A medieval Christian community known for their communal living and influential role in Christian humanism.
Brethren of the Free Spirit
A mystical movement of the Middle Ages, advocating spiritual freedom and divine union beyond traditional religious constraints.
Goliards
Medieval renegades who wielded satire and song to critique ecclesiastical corruption and celebrate earthly pleasures.
Flagellants
A medieval movement characterized by public penance, extreme asceticism, and self-flagellation to atone for sins.
Beguines
A Unique Medieval Lay Religious Movement for Women
Beghards
A medieval lay religious movement embodying poverty, care for the sick, and devotion without formal vows.
Austin Canons
A religious order of canons regular in the Catholic Church, known for their pastoral care and commitment to the Rule of Saint Augustine.
Ashram Communities
A network of spiritual retreats offering communal living and focusing on personal development, meditation, and holistic practices.
Aetherius Society
A spiritual organization known for its claims of extraterrestrial communication.