547) was a founder of Christian monastic communities and a rule giver for monks living in community. On the Christian Classics Ethereal Library (CCEL) we read an excellent brief biography of Benedict of Nursia:īenedict of Nursia (born in Nursia, Italy c. Yes, please consider this a “work in progress” which can be enjoyed along the way □ To God be the glory! Also, you may have interest in exploring the larger question of What is a Christian Devotional Classic? Finally, as I have already mentioned, please share your insights so that we can improve the material. Note: As the Christian Devotional Classics series builds chronologically, be sure you have at least given the first part of Thomas Merton & the Desert Fathers a look before reading further. If time permits, I offer to you The Holy Rule of Saint Benedict for your consideration on this day of rest and through the coming week. 547), author of a “Rule” (referred to as The Holy Rule of Saint Benedict) containing precepts for his monks.
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