Associations to the word «Stylite»

Wiktionary

STYLITE, noun. (Christianity) (historical) A Christian ascetic in ancient times who lived alone on top of a tall pillar.

Dictionary definition

STYLITE, noun. An early Christian ascetic who lived on top of high pillars.

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy