Benedict, Saint, of Nursia (480-547)

St. Benedict -- from The New Schaff-Herzog Encyclopedia of Religious Knowledge

Life of Our Most Holy Father St. Benedict

Benedict, Saint, of Nursia (480-547) -- from Wikipedia Article

Dictionary of Christian Biography and Literature to the End of the Sixth Century -- from Wace, Henry (1836-1924)

Catholic Encyclopedia, Volume 2: Assizes-Browne -- from Herbermann, Charles George (1840-1916)

Holy Rule of St. Benedict

Description: St. Benedict originally intended this text for use in monasteries. St. Benedict highlights the importance of peace, prayer, work, sacrifice, humility, frugality, and obedience. His guidelines are to aid those in the pursuit of godliness, and he shares how individuals should relate to each other, authority, and guests. St. Benedict explains the responsibilities of the Abbott, or community leader, in whose care rests the welfare of the community's members. The Rule of St. Benedict provides tangible advice regarding how a community of Christians can cultivate contented souls that are modest and free from want. This book contains a thorough set of principles for those who wish to grow in God's love by communally engaging in Christ-like disciplines.



Emmalon Davis

CCEL Staff Writer