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Monk
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Member of a monastic religious order
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A monk (; from Greek: μοναχός, monachos, "single, solitary" via Latin monachus) is a man who is a member of a religious order and lives in a monastery. A monk usually lives his life in prayer and contemplation. The concept is ancient and can be seen in many religions and in philosophy across numerous cultures.

Instance of
religious occupation
Part of
Monastic order
Different from
Nun
Priest
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