Monasticism (noun)

  1. The way of life of people who live as monks in a monastery.
  2. The religious or philosophical beliefs of monks or monasteries.
  3. The tradition of monasteries and monks in a particular area or religion.

Origin:

From late latin monasticismus, from ancient greek μοναστικισμός (monastikismós), from μοναστής (monastēs, "mon.k")

Examples:

  1. Monasticism was an important part of medieval society.
  2. The monasticism of the Buddhist tradition emphasizes meditation and self-reflection.
  3. The monasticism of the Middle Ages was characterized by a life of prayer, manual labor, and study.
  4. Many people are drawn to monasticism for its promise of a simple and spiritual life.
  5. The monasticism of the Cistercians was known for its focus on manual labor and self-sufficiency.
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