Thich Nhat Hanh

When I became a novice monk, I lived in a temple where the atmosphere was quite like in a family. The abbot is like a father and other monks are like your big brothers, your small, younger brothers. It is a kind of family.

Vietnamese Clergyman

The title 'abbot' is only used for males leading a monastery.

Gender Specific

An abbot is similar to a CEO, but for a religious community.

Leadership Role

Not all monks can become abbots; it's a special role often requiring election or appointment.

Specific Order

When speaking to an abbot, it's respectful to use their title, similar to 'Sir' or 'Madam'.

Form of Address

'Abbot' is not often used outside religious or historical contexts.

Not a Common Word

The significance of an abbot can vary between different Christian denominations.

Varies by Tradition

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