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thumb|264x264px A monk (; from , monachos, 'single, solitary', via ) 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.

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A monk is a man who belongs to a religious order and lives in a monastery, where he typically devotes his life to prayer and contemplation. This way of life is an ancient practice found across many different religions, philosophies, and cultures around the world.

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Commons gallery: Monk
ISCO-88 occupation class: 2460
female form of label: черниця
male form of label: monje
Commons category: Monks
native label: μοναχός
P8168: Jordanoff Bay
ISCO-08 occupation class: 3413

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Origins and Early Traditions
Buddhism
Jainism
Ascetic vows
Dietary practices
Austerities and other daily practices
Christianity
Western Christianity
Catholicism
Lutheranism
Anglicanism
Methodism
Reformed Christianity
Eastern Christianity
Eastern Orthodox
Degrees
Hinduism
Vaishnava
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References
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thumb|264x264px A monk (; from , monachos, 'single, solitary', via ) 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.

===Origins and Early Traditions===

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