A Hindu monk is called a sanyasi, sadhu, or swami. A nun is called a sanyasini, sadhvi, or swamini. Such renunciates are accorded high respect in Hindu society, because their outward renunciation of selfishness and worldliness serves as an inspiration to householders who strive for mental renunciation.Indian religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism, also have monastic traditions as well.