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Nuns generally live a more, monastic contemplative life. Sisters are generally more involved in the world, serving in schools, hospitals, etc. Both are properly addressed as "Sister." For more information, see the link below:
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoThere is a major difference. Priests are ordained and are able to administer all the sacraments and offer Mass. A nun has no more power than a layperson when it comes to conferring sacraments.
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∙ 12y agoA nun is a religious that spends her entire life devoted to God. She never leaves her convent and completley devotes her time to cleaning, praying, and conversing. A monk is a male version except he is much more silent.
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What is the difference between sisters?
By sister you mean religious sisters then a nun is cloistered (sequestered) and a sister leads a life of service.
What is the difference between refresh and reload?
nun
What is a palindrome for a religious sister?
"Nun."
What is the difference between sister and sisters?
"Sister" refers to one female sibling, while "sisters" is the plural form and refers to multiple female siblings.
What is the difference between a sister and a mother?
A mother gave birth to you and your sister.
Where was Mother Teresa a nun?
No, Mother Teresa's mother was a housewife. Nuns do not marry or have children.
What is the difference between the vassals and the serfs?
the vassals are the kings slaves and the serfs are like a nun and monks
Why did Mother Teresa not get married?
Mother Teresa was a religious sister and sister do not marry.
What is the Latin translation for sister?
Soror means sister and sorores means sisters
Did Saint Bernadette become a nun?
No, she did not become a nun, she became a sister in the order Sisters of Nevers at Lourdes.
What is the abbreviation for nun sister?
The abbreviation for sister, as in Sister Mary Margaret, would be Sr. Mary Margaret.
What are the ratings and certificates for The Flying Nun - 1967 My Sister the Star 3-2?
The Flying Nun - 1967 My Sister the Star 3-2 is rated/received certificates of: Argentina:Atp
