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This document discusses the practice of early Christian ascetics living in tombs. It describes how some ascetics, mainly in Egypt but also elsewhere in the Roman Empire, chose to live permanently in ancient cemeteries from the late 3rd century onwards. They did so to cut themselves off from society and focus on prayer and meditation. While seeking isolation, they also maintained some basic provisions and contact with visitors. The document explores some of the spiritual motivations for this practice, such a

Author

JR Pellini

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EN