St. Benedict of Nursia (c. 480-583 A.D.) is an important historical figure who gave birth to monasticism in the West and shaped its course. During three years of solitude and meditation in a cave, St. Benedict was sought out by dozens of townsfolk who admired him for his piety and character. He later set up 13 monasteries and presided over them as abbot.
Convictions he formed about monastic life are contained in the most influential guide for monastic life ever written, The Holy Rule of St. Benedict. It is written for laymen, and emphasizes the value of work, community, simplicity, obedience, moderation and prayer.
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"A short, straightforward approach to Christian living that has been a direction manual for centuries of monastics and laymen alike. A good practical resource that can be adapted for one's personal walk with Christ. " — Dean (4 out of 5 stars)
"A short, straightforward approach to Christian living that has been a direction manual for centuries of monastics and laymen alike. A good practical resource that can be adapted for one's personal walk with Christ. "
" Inspirational devotion interspersed with misguided legalism. I can understand why this was hugely influential. "
" Some good insights, but monkishness was a bad idea in the first place. "
" The best copy of the Rule. Large easy to read type for my aging eyes. Handy ribbon marker and durable hard cover, that rides well in my monk-bag. "
" An interesting read simply because I enjoy things Middle Ages but other than that, not overly enriching. "
" I am glad I read it, but it wasn't life changing. "
" For a guy in the 6th century, he had some pretty stellar ideas on management. "
" Redaing this for Omnibus2 - great insight on what the Middle Ages could have bene like at it's best. "
" Simple, straightforward and clear. Book's message: simplify, simplify, simplify. "
" Great read, helps to understand Western Spiritiuality withi Christianity "
" powerful, deeply spiritual, eminently practical; a classic every follower of Jesus should read and heed regardless of denomination. "
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