Askesis Definition

ə-skēsĭs
noun
The exercise of rigorous self-discipline, especially mental self-discipline practiced as a means to spiritual growth.
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Origin of Askesis

  • Greek askēsis exercise, asceticism and Late Latin ascēsis asceticism (Late Latin) (from Greek) from Greek askein to exercise, practice

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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