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WEBMay 21, 2018 · Philosophy, Terms and Concepts. asceticism. Asceticism. views 1,528,163 updated May 21 2018. ASCETICISM . The word asceticism is derived from the Greek noun askēsis, meaning "exercise, practice, training." The Greek athlete, for example, subjected himself to systematic exercise or training in order to attain a goal of physical fitness.
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