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Definition of Askesis
1. ascesis [n ASKESES] - See also: ascesis
Lexicographical Neighbors of Askesis
Literary usage of Askesis
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. An Introduction to Ethics by John Clark Murray (1891)
"But a rational askesis, while allowing a moderate indulgence in the natural ...
This askesis is essential to guard against ungovernable temper as well as ..."
2. Ancient European Philosophy: The History of Greek Philosophy Psychologically by Denton Jaques Snider (1903)
"(3) askesis. By this somewhat unusual word we seek to designate the Pythagorean
Life which was the result of both Mathesis and Praxis. ..."
3. The National Magazine by Abel Stevens, James Floy (1853)
"The preacher's faith should be nourished by self-discipline, the true askesis.
It may be that his belief as a Christian is hereditary—an inheritance which ..."
4. Inaugural Address Delivered by Samuel Harris at His Induction Into the by Samuel Harris (1867)
"And this askesis is as indispensable today as ever in all right training. ...
Our askesis must aim to make a man a thinker, independent in thought and ..."
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