The Life And Times Of St. Benedict: Patriarch Of The Monks Of The West (1900)

By Peter Lechner

Book Overview

The Life and Times of St. Benedict: Patriarch of the Monks of the West is a biographical work by Peter Lechner, originally published in 1900. The book is a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of St. Benedict, the founder of Western monasticism and one of the most important figures in Christian history. Lechner draws on a wide variety of sources, including hagiographical accounts, historical records, and theological treatises, to provide a detailed portrait of Benedict's life, his teachings, and the impact of his work on the development of the Christian church. The book covers a range of topics, including Benedict's childhood and early years, his decision to become a monk, his establishment of the famous monastery at Monte Cassino, and his role in shaping the monastic tradition in the West. The Life and Times of St. Benedict is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, monasticism, or medieval Europe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166315789
• ISBN13: 9781166315788
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"