Bible Encyclopedias
Clausfra
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
(Lat.), the enclosure of a monastic establishment, usually square, and surrounded by a wall. Ordinarily monks or nuns are not allowed to go beyond this space, or to receive a visit within it, without the especial permission of the head of the establishment.
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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Clausfra'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/c/clausfra.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.