
What then, are the particular aspects--moral and intellectual--of the full Christian life that are emphasized by Benedictines in the form of the life they lead? It is an objective form of life, sane, strong, unchanging from year to year, a life of work and liturgical prayer which...



"The Benedictines" by David Knowles is a profound exploration of one of the oldest and most influential monastic traditions in Western Christianity. Knowles, a preeminent historian of monasticism, provides an insightful examination of the life, spirit, and history of the Order...

"The Benedictines" by David Knowles is a profound exploration of one of the oldest and most influential monastic traditions in Western Christianity. Knowles, a preeminent historian of monasticism, provides an insightful examination of the life, spirit, and history of the Order...

The Benedictines is a comprehensive book written by David Knowles that explores the history and significance of the Benedictine order in the Christian faith. The book delves into the origins of the order, tracing its roots back to the life and teachings of St. Benedict of Nursia...
