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what is the purpose of a catholic nun
Nuns take solemn vows and live a life of prayer and contemplation in a monastery or convent.
what other christian denominations, besides Catholicism, can you find nuns in
Nuns are found in Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Anglican, and Lutheran traditions among others.
Are nuns found in other religions besides christianity
Communities of nuns exist in numerous religious traditions, including Buddhism, Christianity, Jainism, and Taoism.
what is the name for the male version of nuns
A Catholic male religious who is a contemplative and lives in a monastery with other male contemplatives is called a monk.

Question: are there other religions you can find similar people in
Self-contained rewrite: are there other religions can you find monks in