discalced Synonyms
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discalced Meaning
Wordnet
discalced (a)
(used of certain religious orders) barefoot or wearing only sandals
Webster
discalced (a.)
Unshod; barefooted; -- in distinction from calced.
discalced Sentence Examples
- The discalced monks observed a strict vow of poverty and humility.
- The discalced Carmelites emphasized spirituality and contemplation.
- The discalced Franciscans wore simple sandals to symbolize their detachment from worldly possessions.
- The discalced nuns lived in seclusion and dedicated their lives to prayer.
- The discalced order originated in the 16th century as a reform movement within the Catholic Church.
- The discalced priests ministered to the poor and marginalized.
- The discalced saints were renowned for their extraordinary virtues and spiritual gifts.
- The discalced tradition has been preserved and passed down through centuries of religious orders.
- The discalced friars followed a rigorous rule of life that included fasting, prayer, and manual labor.
- The discalced monasteries and convents were often located in isolated areas, providing a sanctuary for contemplation and prayer.
FAQs About the word discalced
(used of certain religious orders) barefoot or wearing only sandalsUnshod; barefooted; -- in distinction from calced.
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The discalced monks observed a strict vow of poverty and humility.
The discalced Carmelites emphasized spirituality and contemplation.
The discalced Franciscans wore simple sandals to symbolize their detachment from worldly possessions.
The discalced nuns lived in seclusion and dedicated their lives to prayer.
