'We're monks - people don't believe what we earn and do in our free time'

'We're monks - people don't believe what we earn and do in our free time'
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'We're monks - people don't believe what we earn and do in our free time'
Author: mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Alan Johnson)
Published: Jan, 30 2025 12:30

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"Some of the things I enjoyed doing we were walking and dancing - I've been able to do a lot of walking since becoming a monk - in fact I organise a lot of walking retreats," he revealed.

The monk went on to explain if there is something that "essentially" needs to be paid for - such as a new pair of glasses - he has to ask someone in the monastery and explain exactly what he needs.

Thankfully, Ampleforth Abbey a - Benedictine abbey and monastery in North Yorkshire - has recently joined TikTok offering a glimpse into the world of monks.

Whilst dancing isn't on the cards at the monastery, the monk said he is still able to do so, however, at family weddings.

"Do you get paid to be a monk," one TikTok user asked.

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