For centuries, the Rule of Saint Benedict has shaped communities of prayer, humility, and service. The Balanced Rule of Saint Benedict in Modern Language offers a readable, contemporary paraphrase—preserving Benedict’s fatherly warmth while making his counsel close-at-hand for today’s reader. Beginning with an invitation to “receive…with the ear of your heart,” it frames spiritual growth as steady, grace-filled formation: repentance, good works, restraint of speech, humility, obedience, and shared life. The Rule’s rhythms—prayer, Scripture, labor, and care for the vulnerable—are presented not as harsh burdens but as a “school for the Lord’s service,” shaping a life of joy, peace, and durable faith.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. For centuries, the Rule of Saint Benedict has shaped communities of prayer, humility, and service. The Balanced Rule of Saint Benedict in Modern Language offers a readable, contemporary paraphrase--preserving Benedict's fatherly warmth while making his counsel close-at-hand for today's reader. Beginning with an invitation to "receive.with the ear of your heart," it frames spiritual growth as steady, grace-filled formation: repentance, good works, restraint of speech, humility, obedience, and shared life. The Rule's rhythms--prayer, Scripture, labor, and care for the vulnerable--are presented not as harsh burdens but as a "school for the Lord's service," shaping a life of joy, peace, and durable faith. A warm, modern-language paraphrase of the Rule of Saint Benedict that brings centuries-old monastic wisdom into everyday Christian life--guiding readers in prayer, humility, obedience, community, and spiritual discipline with practical clarity and a shepherd's tone. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798887697628
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