ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Monastic

Okay kiddo, so imagine you're part of a special group of people who want to live their lives in a really special way. They don't want to be distracted by all the things that normal people have to deal with, like TV, phones or video games. They just want to focus on learning, praying and helping others.

These people are known as monastics. They live in special places called monasteries, away from the distractions of daily life. Monks and nuns are two examples of monastics. They wear special robes and follow strict rules to help them stay focused.

Monastics spend a lot of time praying and studying sacred texts, trying to learn as much as they can about their religion. They also work hard to help others by doing things like helping people in need or running hospitals and schools. They believe that by living a simple life in service to others and God, they can find true happiness and enlightenment.

So, being a monastic is like choosing to live a special and meaningful life, without many of the distractions of the modern world. It's all about learning, praying and helping others.
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