Skete

A Skete (from Coptic ϣⲓ(ϩ)ⲏⲧ via Gk. Σκήτη), is a monastic style community that allows relative isolation for monks, but also allows for communal services and the safety of shared resources and protection. It is one of three early monastic orders along with eremitic and coenobitic that became popular during the early formation of the Christian Church.