He is not an ascetic but follows traditions of Hindu asceticism. He spent time as an ascetic, focusing on practical asceticism. Celtic monasticism was characterized by an rigorous asceticism and a love for learning. He also signifies spiritual asceticism, penance, discipline and hard work. They accept asceticism and monastic traveler lifestyle. It became a center of learning, piety, and asceticism. He led a pious personal life guided by a spirit of Christian asceticism. Mohism advocated a communal, decentralized government centered on frugality and asceticism. His meditation period included asceticism and strict vows. Here he practised early attempts at asceticism. Some practice asceticism and solitary meditation, while others prefer group praying, chanting or meditating. Mandaeans do not practice asceticism and detest circumcision. He was one of the most influential figures in early Christian theology, apologetics, and asceticism. For Rumi, 'Sufism' itself is Ishq and not the path of asceticism ("zuhd"). It has religious significance attached to asceticism for the Hindus.