The term 'male member of religious order' can be summarized as a MONK, which is a four-letter word. A MONK is a man who has taken vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience to live a life of prayer and service in a monastery or other religious community. Monks are typically associated with the Catholic Church, but there are also monks in other religions such as Buddhism and Hinduism. Monasticism is an ancient practice that dates back to the 4th century and is still practiced today.