Carmelite

A Roman Catholic religious order that originated in the 12th century from hermits on Mount Carmel who sought the way of life of the prophet Elijah. When the Crusades failed, the Carmelites migrated to Europe where they flourished as mendicant friars.

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Carmelite
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
December 12, 2012
Last Updated
April 15, 2024