Early Christian Monasticism

noun Acoemetae

• The acoemetae were a group of monks in early Christianity known for their strict adherence to the monastic rule.
• The acoemetae were like the original hardcore monks, following all the rules to the letter.
• Those acoemetae monks were total rule-followers, not a lot of fun at parties.
• The acoemetae were like the ultimate perfectionists, never deviating from their path of discipline.

noun Acoemeti - a group of Eastern Christian monastic communities who perform the divine office in shifts around the clock

• The acoemeti were a group of early Christian monks known for their unceasing prayer and devotion.
• Did you know that the acoemeti were some of the first monks to practice communal prayer?
• Those acoemeti dudes were hardcore with their prayer routines.
• The acoemeti's dedication to prayer was like a constant flame burning in their hearts.