Monasticism in the Eastern Orthodox Church

Monasticism in the Eastern Orthodox Church involves individuals dedicating their lives to prayer, worship, and spiritual discipline within monastic communities called monasteries. Monks and nuns seek to deepen their relationship with God through practices like prayer, liturgy, meditation, and work, often living under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience. These communities serve as spiritual centers, preserving Christian traditions and offering guidance to the wider church. Monastic life emphasizes humility, prayer, and asceticism, aiming to attain spiritual perfection and serve as models of faith and devotion for all believers.