concept   buddhist monks
culture   United Kingdom
statement   Buddhist monks in the UK are an uncommon and often misunderstood aspect of the country's culture.
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1 buddhist monks United Kingdom Viewed as an uncommon sight, often associated with meditation retreats and mindfulness practices 1
2 forest monks United Kingdom Forest monks may be less well-known and their lifestyle may not be widely understood or appreciated. 1
3 forest monks United Kingdom Forest monks may not be easily encountered and their lifestyle may be seen as unconventional or mysterious. 1
4 forest monks United Kingdom Forest monks' influence on mainstream society and culture may be limited or unrecognized. 1
5 forest monks United Kingdom Forest monks may not be a common source of spiritual guidance for the general population. 1
6 forest monks United Kingdom Forest monks' rejection of materialism and worldly pursuits may be seen as extreme or unconventional in modern Western societies. 1
7 monkhood United Kingdom Monkhood is a less common lifestyle choice, with individuals more likely to pursue other career paths or spiritual practices. 1
8 monks United Kingdom Seen as members of religious orders, living in monasteries, and dedicating themselves to prayer and contemplation 1
9 respect for monks United Kingdom There is less emphasis on showing specific forms of respect for monks in Western cultures. 1
10 reverence for buddha United Kingdom Reverence for Buddha is more often seen as a philosophical or cultural interest rather than a religious practice. 1
11 reverence for monks United Kingdom Not a prominent cultural practice, and monks may not receive the same level of reverence as in Buddhist countries 1