The word “monastery” appears in literature with a rich variety of connotations, ranging from a symbol of sacred retreat and order to a setting for both mystical occurrences and mundane human affairs. In historical and travel narratives, such as those by Marco Polo [1, 2, 3], it denotes a physical institution imbued with spiritual authority and cultural heritage. In literary fiction and drama, however, the term is employed to evoke a sense of isolation, ritual, and sometimes even irony—whether it is the quiet routine of daily life in sacred cells [4, 5] or the more symbolic renunciation of worldly pursuits [6, 7]. Authors like Dostoyevsky and Chekhov frequently use “monastery” as a backdrop against which characters confront inner turmoil, societal expectations, or the passage of time [8, 9, 10]. Whether as the site of pilgrimage, reflection, or even political and social commentary, “monastery” consistently carries layers of meaning that enrich its narrative function in literature.