carthusian

Thân thiện

A Carthusian monk prays in his cell.

Definition

1. Adjective:

   • Relating to the Carthusian order: Describes anything connected to or characteristic of the Carthusian monastic order, known for its strict and solitary lifestyle.

2. Noun:

   • A member of the Carthusian order: Refers to a monk or nun who belongs to the Carthusian order, a Roman Catholic religious order founded by Saint Bruno in 1084.

Examples of Usage

• Adjective:

  • The architecture of the chapel reflects a distinct Carthusian simplicity. (The architecture is characteristic of the order.)
  • He studied the Carthusian rule of life. (He studied the rules specific to this monastic order.)

• Noun:

  • The Carthusian spent most of his day in solitary prayer and manual labor. (The monk was a member of the order.)
  • Carthusians are known for their commitment to silence and solitude. (Members of this order are known for these practices.)

Advanced Usage

• "Carthusian silence": Refers to the profound and strict silence traditionally observed by members of the order.

  • The retreat offered a taste of Carthusian silence, away from the noise of the city.

• "Carthusian charterhouse": The term for a monastery of the Carthusian order.

  • The ruins of the old Carthusian charterhouse are a popular historical site.

Variants and Related Words

• Carthusianism (n): The doctrines, practices, or spirit of the Carthusian order.
  • His thesis explored the history of Carthusianism in medieval Europe.

Synonyms

• Monastic (adj): Relating to monks, nuns, or monasteries (a broader term).
• Monk (n)/Nun (n): A member of a religious community (general terms; a Carthusian is a specific type of monk or nun).

Notes on Meaning

• The word "Carthusian" is almost exclusively used in a religious, historical, or architectural context related to this specific Catholic order. It is a proper adjective and is typically capitalized.
• It does not have phrasal verbs or common idioms in general English usage outside of references to the order itself.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. of or relating to the Carthusian order

Noun

1. a member of the Carthusian order

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