monasticism
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/məˈnæstɪsɪzəm/
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/məˈnæstɪsɪzəm/
The religious way of life where people live in a community, separate from the rest of society, and follow strict rules.
Monasticism has been an important part of many religious traditions for centuries.
修道生活几个世纪以来一直是许多宗教传统的重要组成部分。