Associations to the word «Trappist»

Wiktionary

TRAPPIST, noun. A monk of the order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance (a branch of the Cistercians Roman Catholic religious brotherhood that use a particularly strict interpretation of the Rule of St Benedict).
TRAPPIST, adjective. Of or relating to this monastic order.

Dictionary definition

TRAPPIST, noun. Member of an order of monks noted for austerity and a vow of silence.

Wise words

However many holy words you read, however many you speak, what good will they do you if you do not act on upon them?
Buddha