starets

starets
noun (plural startsy) Etymology: Russian, from staryĭ old — more at stour Date: 1917 a spiritual director or religious teacher in the Eastern Orthodox Church; specifically a spiritual adviser who is not necessarily a priest, who is recognized for his piety, and who is turned to by monks or laymen for spiritual guidance

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  • starets — sta·rets …   English syllables

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