stylite

One of a number of early Christian ascetics who lived unsheltered on the tops of high pillars.

In ecclesiastical history, one of a class of solitary ascetics who passed the greater part of their lives unsheltered on the top of high columns or pillars.

One of a sect of anchorites in the early church, who lived on the tops of pillars for the exercise of their patience; — called also pillarist and pillar saint.

A Christian ascetic in ancient times who lived alone on top of a tall pillar.

an early Christian ascetic who lived on top of high pillars