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cenobitic

 

[ ˌsiːnəˈbɪtɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

related to monks

Cenobitic refers to a way of monastic life where monks live together in a community, as opposed to living in solitude. This lifestyle often involves shared resources, communal worship, and a collective adherence to a common rule or philosophy. The term emphasizes the importance of community in spiritual practices and religious observance.

Synonyms

collective, communal, monastic

Examples of usage

  • The cenobitic lifestyle fosters a sense of belonging among the monks.
  • Cenobitic orders often have specific rules governing daily activities.
  • Many religious traditions include cenobitic communities as part of their practices.

Translations

Translations of the word "cenobitic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cenobítico

🇮🇳 संन्यासियों का

🇩🇪 zönobitisch

🇮🇩 cenobitik

🇺🇦 ценобітний

🇵🇱 cenobityczny

🇯🇵 共同生活の

🇫🇷 cénobitique

🇪🇸 cenobítico

🇹🇷 cenobitik

🇰🇷 공동체의

🇸🇦 ديرى

🇨🇿 cenobitský

🇸🇰 cenobitný

🇨🇳 修道院的

🇸🇮 cenobitski

🇮🇸 kinnabitar

🇰🇿 ценобиттік

🇬🇪 ცენობიტური

🇦🇿 kenobitik

🇲🇽 cenobítico

Etymology

The term 'cenobitic' is derived from the Greek word 'koinobion', which means 'communal living'. This word combines 'koinos' (common) with 'bios' (life), reflecting the essence of communal monasticism where individuals live together under a common rule. The practice gained prominence in early Christian times, particularly with the establishment of monastic orders that sought to live according to the teachings of Jesus in a community setting. Key figures such as St. Benedict in the 6th century advocated for cenobitic life through the Rule of St. Benedict, which established guidelines for communal living and spiritual growth among monks. Over the centuries, many variations of cenobitic monasticism have emerged, influencing religious practices across different cultures and faiths.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,894, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.