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What is a tonsure?

the practice of some Christian churches, mystics, and monks, of cutting the hair from the scalp of clerics, devotees or holy people as a symbol of their renunciation of … (MORE)

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In Christianity

Why do monks have a tonsure?

Monks display tonsures to show religious devotion and humility. In modern times it is a rejection of worldly fashion and esteem.

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Use the word tonsure in a sentence?

He had received tonsure but was only in his fifteenth year; he was instituted to the rectory in 1308 while still a minor.

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In Christianity

What does the priestly tonsure supposedly represent in Christianity?

The tonsure (shaving the head) is used in some circles as an outward sign of dedication to priestly or god centered role. It may be a one-time thing or it may be maintained c… (MORE)

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In Medieval Religion

Did a middle age novice have a tonsure?

The novitiate was essentially a probationary training period for anyone wishing to become a monk and during this time the tonsure was not appropriate. The tonsure was only g… (MORE)

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What actors and actresses appeared in Tonsure - 2014?

The cast of Tonsure - 2014 includes: Michaela Angela Davis as Fashion Stylist Khail Bryant as Zel Justin Carty as Fashion Photographer Shanelle John as Diva Suzanna Klichinsky… (MORE)