Monk- a member of a community of men, leading a more or less contemplative life apart from the world, under the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, according to a rule characteristic of the particular order to which he belongs. (webster dictionary online version All throughout my sophomore year of high school in my world history class we learned about these men called Monks. My mental image was men dressed in capes (which was right on!) with no personality, as if all energy or humor was sinful. Don't ask why, humor isn't a sin at all, I just had this obviously distorted image painted. UNTIL TODAY. We went to Kloster Monestary, which is quick five to seven minute walk away from out hotel where we met our tour guide Monk. I believe his name was Sir
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