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monks

  1. Men under religious vows who live in a community and whose work is usually centered on their community, which is called a monastery. Buddhism and Christianity have notable groups of monks. In Christianity, the monks are members of religious orders.



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The cells offer an experience quite distinct from any museum, allowing viewers to physically and imaginatively put themselves in the place of the 15th-century monks who lived and worshipped there.

The Times asked Thai restaurant owners, Buddhist monks, social workers and other community members to share how they seek support on their personal mental health journeys.

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He shares his story with other monks because he understands the cultural and labor expectations often placed upon them.

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The Times asked Thai restaurant owners, Buddhist monks, social workers and other community members to share how they seek support on their personal mental health journeys.

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The Times asked Thai restaurant owners, Buddhist monks, social workers and other community members to share how they seek support on their personal mental health journeys.

Read more on Los Angeles Times

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