The term 'Chief Monk' is a title given to two different positions in the monastic hierarchy. The first is ABBOT, which is the head of a monastery or convent and is responsible for the spiritual and temporal welfare of the members of the religious order. The second is PRIOR, which is the head of a priory and is responsible for the spiritual and temporal welfare of the members of the religious order. Both ABBOT and PRIOR are responsible for the spiritual guidance of their respective communities and for ensuring that the rules and regulations of the order are followed.