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bbot
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abbots
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the male spiritual leader and administrator of an abbey, monastery, or group of monasteries
- Let us gather in the chapel to listen to the abbot's sermon, as his words always bring clarity and inspiration.
- The abbot and his fellow monks dedicated their lives to a path of contemplation and service.
- The abbot guided the monks in their daily life of prayer, work, and study, ensuring that they lived according to the rule of their order.
- As abbot, he was responsible for the spiritual and temporal welfare of the monastery, overseeing its administration and managing its resources.
- The abbot presided over the chapter meetings, where important decisions regarding the community were made and disciplinary matters were addressed.
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