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What are monks of Tibet called?
The monks of Tibet are called Tibetan monks in English. In Tibetan they may be called choden 'religious' or chodak 'Dharma spreader.'
What were religious communities for monks called?
monasteries
Buddhist holy men who led resistance against government in Vietnam?
They were called, "Monks", religious priests.
What is a group monks called?
There is no known special name for a group of monks. A monk is a singular term and when multiple monks are present an "s" is added to make the word monk plural which is monks.
What does the word monasteries mean?
Monasteries are buildings or communities where monks or nuns live and practice religious life. They often serve as places of prayer, work, and communal living dedicated to following a specific religious rule or tradition.
How were monks and monasteries alike?
Monks were, and are, men who are devoted to religious life. They live in buildings called monasteries. So monks are people are monasteries are buildings, so in that way they are not alike at all.
What is female monk?
A female monk is a woman who belongs to a religious order and has taken vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, typically living a dedicated spiritual life in a community setting. In some traditions, they may be referred to as nuns rather than monks.
What is a small religious community called?
A small religious community is typically referred to as a cult or sect.
What is a building for a community of nuns and monks?
A building for a community of nuns and monks is typically referred to as a monastery or convent. Monasteries are residences where monks live and practice their religious beliefs, while convents serve the same purpose for nuns. These buildings often include living quarters, prayer rooms, libraries, and other facilities to support the spiritual and communal life of the residents. Monasteries and convents can vary in size and architectural style depending on the religious order and traditions they belong to.
What is the masculine term for nun?
The masculine term for "nun" is "monk." While nuns are female members of a religious community, monks are their male counterparts who also dedicate their lives to spiritual practices and community life within various religious traditions.
Did monks live in religious communities where they tried to live a spiritual life apart from the temptations of the world?
Yes, that is pretty much the definition of a monk or a hermit. Monks live in community, hermits live solitary lives.
What is a community of monks?
Any group of Buddhists (Monks/Nuns or lay people) who study and practice together is called a Sangha. If they lived together in a monastic setting then the building is called a monastery.
