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Monastery: meaning, definitions and examples

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monastery

 

[ หˆmษ’nษ™stษ™ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious building

A monastery is a building or complex where monks live, work, and worship. Often found in remote locations, monasteries provide a tranquil environment for spiritual reflection and communal living. They are characterized by their distinct architecture, which includes living quarters, chapels, and often gardens or farmland. Monasteries have been important centers of learning and culture throughout history.

Synonyms

abbey, cloister, convent, hermitage

Examples of usage

  • He spent a year in a monastery studying ancient texts.
  • The monastery was known for its beautiful gardens and serene atmosphere.
  • Visitors are welcome to join the monks for prayer in the monastery.
  • Many famous artworks were created in monasteries during the Renaissance.

Translations

Translations of the word "monastery" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น monastรฉrio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเค 

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kloster

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ biara

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะฝะฐัั‚ะธั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ klasztor

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไฟฎ้“้™ข

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท monastรจre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ monasterio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท manastฤฑr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ˆ˜๋„์›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏูŠุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ klรกลกter

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ klรกลกtor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฟฎ้“้™ข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ samostan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ klaustur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพะฝะฐัั‚ั‹ั€ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒแƒกแƒขแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monastฤฑr

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ monasterio

Etymology

The word 'monastery' comes from the Greek word 'monastฤ“rion,' which means 'to remain alone' or 'to be solitary.' This reflects the purpose of such establishments as places for individuals seeking a life of solitude and devotion to God. Throughout history, monasteries have played a crucial role in religious, cultural, and educational traditions. They served as centers of agriculture, medicine, and charity, often supporting the surrounding communities. The structure and organization of monasteries evolved through different Christian traditions, particularly during the Middle Ages, when they became significant landholders and influenced local economies and politics. The concept of monasticism also spread to other cultures, leading to various forms of religious communities around the world.

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