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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