starets

• 指东正教传统中的属灵长老或宗教导师，可以是神职人员也可以是平信徒，以其灵性指导和灵修辅导而闻名。

A noun referring to a spiritual elder or religious adviser in the Eastern Orthodox tradition, who may or may not be a priest, known for providing guidance and counsel.

1. Spiritual guide in Eastern OrthodoxyC2formal

   A revered elder or spiritual advisor in the Eastern Orthodox tradition, often a monk, who provides guidance and counsel to others.

   长老

   • The starets was known for his wise counsel and deep faith.
   • Many pilgrims traveled to the monastery to seek advice from the starets.
   • The starets lived a life of prayer and simplicity.

   同义词elder