simple celibate life detached material pursuits meditation spiritual contemplation ref name bhaskaranandaessential ref hindu monk called ''sany '' ''s dhu'' ''sw mi'' female renunciate called ''sany sini'' renunciates receive high respect hindu society simple ahi driven lifestyle dedication spiritual liberation moksha believed ultimate goal life hinduism ref name dp bhawuk pages monastics live monasteries others wander place place depending donated food charity needs history hindu shore temple mahabalipuram
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