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1) "Monk" -- As to monk robes 1monk
Pronunciation: 'm&[ng]k
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English munuc, from Late Latin monachus, from Late Greek monachos, from Greek, adjective, single, from monos single, alone
: a man who is a member of a religious order and lives in a monastery; also : FRIAR Pronunciation Symbols
Munich's city symbol celebrates its founding by Benedictine monks—and the origin of its name A monk is a person who practices religious asceticism, the conditioning of mind and body in favor of the spirit. The concept is very ancient and can be seen in many religions. The term monk comes from the Greek monachos (μοναχός), commonly translated as a solitary person or living alone. In the Greek language, the term can apply to men or women, but in English, it usually applies only to men, while nun is more commonly used to refer to female monastics. Other terms such as hesychast, solitary, hermit, anchorite, ascetic are usually interchangeable with monk. Although ascetics existed in various religions prior to Christianity, the term “monk” is of Christian invention. St. Benedict first set forth the three guiding principles now associated with the monk or nun: obedience, poverty, and chastity. - 1 History of monasticism in Christianity
- 1.1 Eastern Orthodox monks
- 1.2 Roman Catholic monks
- 1.2.1 Catholic monks in the Middle Ages
- 1.3 Anglican monks
- 2 Buddhist monks
- 3 Vaishnava monks
- 4 See also
- 5 External links
| One of the 20 major monasteries on Mount Athos Christian monasticism saw its origin in John the Baptist who lived alone in the desert. The first Christian known to adopt this lifestyle was St. Anthony the Great sometime in the latter part of the 3rd century. He lived alone as an anchorite until he attracted a circle of followers. As the idea of devoting one's entire life to God grew, more and more monks joined him in the desert. At first they each lived in isolation, but later formed loose-knit communities, coming together only on Sundays for communion. The concept of monks all living together under one ro..."
2) "Robes" -- As to monk robes 1robe
Pronunciation: 'rOb
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French, booty, clothing, robe, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German roubOn to rob
1 a : a long flowing outer garment; especially : one used for ceremonial occasions or as a symbol of office or profession b : a loose garment (as a bathrobe) for informal wear especially at home
2 : COVERING, MANTLE <peaks on the axis of the range in their robes of snow and light -- John Muir>
3 : a covering of pelts or fabric for the lower body used while driving or at outdoor events Pronunciation Symbols
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