There is a strong monastic tradition, pursued by both men and women in the Orthodox churches, where monks and nuns lead identical spiritual lives.

When a nun led me into a classroom to meet other children, I was dumbfounded.

A nun carrying a hurricane lantern leads him through the darkened ward to her bedside.

A nun leads him to the chapel, where Kelly's body lies in state.

The nuns led secret lives: covered heads, long robes, rosary beads cinched around their waists.

The nuns led the traditional Cistercian rhythm of carving out a life of contemplation in harmony with the environment around them.

Orthodox monks and nuns lead identical spiritual lives.

With many pauses, the younger nun led the girl into the nunnery.

The old nun led him to a side'room on the east side, and served tea.

"You are well set upon the path, my daughter," the nun intoned, then led Momoe to the zabuton and laid her upon her back.