The Rule of St. Benedict (Ornate Classics)
Doyle, Leonard J. (Translated by)
Language: English
Published by Sirius, 2024
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- Title
- The Rule of St. Benedict (Ornate Classics)
- Author
- Doyle, Leonard J. (Translated by)
- Publisher
- Sirius
- Publication year
- 2024
- Condition
- New
- Dust jacket
- Dust Jacket Included
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1398843377
- ISBN 13
- 9781398843370
- Series
- Book 36 of 67: Arcturus Ornate Classics
This beautiful hardback edition presents the classic text, The Rule of St. Benedict, presented with a gold embossed cover design and gilded page edges.
Composed by St. Benedict of Nursia around 529 CE, The Rule of St. Benedict serves as a guidebook for communal Christian living within monasteries. It consists of a comprehensive set of instructions that promote a balanced life centered around prayer, work, and community. The philosophy within the Rule advocates moderation, humility, obedience, and stability, providing a blueprint for harmonious living among individuals committed to a monastic life.
The Rule of St. Benedict has had a profound and enduring influence, shaping not only monastic life but also serving as a guide for those seeking a disciplined and purposeful existence in modern times. Its principles of balance, discipline, and community continue to resonate across cultures and generations, offering timeless wisdom for those desiring to live more simply.
This elegant pocket-sized gift edition contains the classic and unabridged text, presented with a gold embossed cover design, ivory pages, beautifully designed endpapers and gold gilded page edges. Part of the Arcturus Ornate Classics series, this book makes wonderful gift for anyone interested in religion and spirituality.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Ornate Classics are beautifully bound editions of iconic literary works across history. These compact, foil-embossed hardbacks are printed using deluxe ivory paper and make the perfect gift.
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About the Author
St. Benedict, the patron saint of Europe, was born in 480 CE in Nursia, Italy. He is renowned as the pioneer of Western monasticism. No records remain of his early life, but his devotion to prayer and reflection as a young man led him to a hermitage in Subiaco, where he attracted many followers due to his legendary piety.
As he neared middle age, Benedict established the Monte Cassino monastery, where he authored The Rule of Saint Benedict, a guidebook to life advocating for moderation, prayer, work, and community living. This Rule became the cornerstone of the Benedictine Order, influencing monastic life across Europe.
Benedict's teachings centered on 'ora et labora' - balancing prayer and work - and emphasized humility, obedience, and structured living within monasteries. Monte Cassino became a hub for learning, spirituality, and hospitality under his guidance.
St. Benedict died around 547 CE, leaving a lasting legacy. Canonized by the Catholic Church, he is still revered for his wisdom, spiritual teachings, and contribution to structured communal living. His Rule remains a timeless guide for those wishing to lead a purposeful and balanced life.
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