The Way Of St Benedict

Author : Rowan Williams
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2020-01-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781472973092

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The Way of St Benedict by Rowan Williams Pdf

With typical eloquence and wisdom, in The Way of St Benedict Rowan Williams explores the appeal of St Benedict's sixth-century Rule, showing it to be a document of great relevance to present day Christians and non-believers at our particular moment in history. For over a millennium the Rule – a set of guidelines for monastic conduct – has been influential on the life of Benedictine monks, but has also served in some sense as a 'background note' to almost all areas of civic experience: artistic, intellectual and institutional. The effects of this on society have been far-reaching and Benedictine communities and houses still attract countless visitors, testifying to the appeal and continuing relevance of Benedict's principles. As the author writes, the chapters of his book, which range from a discussion of Abbot Cuthbert Butler's mysticism to 'Benedict and the Future of Europe', are 'simply an invitation to look at various current questions through the lens of the Rule and to reflect on aspects of Benedictine history that might have something to say to us'. With Williams as our guide, The Way of St Benedict speaks to the Rule's ability to help anyone live more fully in harmony with others whilst orientating themselves fully to the will of God.

Author : Esther De Waal
Publisher : Canterbury Press
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2014-06-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781848253629

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Seeking God by Esther De Waal Pdf

A new edition of this contemporary spirtitual classic in which the ancient and gentle wisdom of the Rule of St Benedict is explored in realtion to the demands of modern living and the importance of balance between prayer, work and study.

Author : Saint Benedict (Abbot of Monte Cassino.),David Parry
Publisher : Gracewing Publishing
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0852441681

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The Rule of Saint Benedict by Saint Benedict (Abbot of Monte Cassino.),David Parry Pdf

Fifteen centuries after it was written, the Rule of St. Benedict still provides a deep and practical spirituality that helps lay people cope with everyday problems and challenges.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Liturgical Press
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2016-11-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780814645321

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The Rule of St. Benedict in English by Anonim Pdf

For fifteen centuries Benedictine monasticism has been governed by a Rule that is at once strong enough to instill order and yet flexible enough to have relevance fifteen-hundred years later. This pocket-sized, English-only edition is perfect for individual or group study.

Author : Simone Frignani
Publisher : Guide. Percorsi
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Religion
ISBN : 8861890954

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The Way of Saint Benedict by Simone Frignani Pdf

Author : Esther De Waal
Publisher : Canterbury Press
Page : 205 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2014-04-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781848255647

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A Life-Giving Way by Esther De Waal Pdf

This reflective commentary explores the Rule of St Benedict from the perspective of someone whose life and faith has been shaped by its gentle wisdom and realism. Its approach is personal and contemplative; it is written for all who seek to deepen their Christian understanding and discipleship.

Author : Pope Gregory I
Publisher : Liturgical Press
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1949-03
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0814603211

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Life and Miracles of St. Benedict by Pope Gregory I Pdf

A translation of the biography written by Pope Gregory the Great, this official biography is also known as the Second Book of Dialogues. It is the earliest and thus the most valuable biography of St. Benedict.

Author : Jane Tomaine
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2015-07-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780819231987

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St. Benedict's Toolbox by Jane Tomaine Pdf

In the sixth century when Roman Empire was breaking apart and politics, cultural life and even the Church were in disarray — tumultuous times not unlike our own — Benedict of Nursia designed what he termed “a little rule” that showed his monks the way to peace as they learned to prefer Christ above all things. The Rule of Benedict offers timeless and practical tools for living this Christ-centered life today. • Revised and expanded 10th anniversary edition • Practical, down-to-earth writing style; explains the content of the Rule of St. Benedict and how to use the practices in daily life • Contains historical background to the Rule and a new chapter on relationships and community • Includes guide for group use

Author : Rowan Williams
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2020-01-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781472973085

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The Way of St Benedict by Rowan Williams Pdf

With typical eloquence and wisdom, in The Way of St Benedict Rowan Williams explores the appeal of St Benedict's sixth-century Rule, showing it to be a document of great relevance to present day Christians and non-believers at our particular moment in history. For over a millennium the Rule – a set of guidelines for monastic conduct – has been influential on the life of Benedictine monks, but has also served in some sense as a 'background note' to almost all areas of civic experience: artistic, intellectual and institutional. The effects of this on society have been far-reaching and Benedictine communities and houses still attract countless visitors, testifying to the appeal and continuing relevance of Benedict's principles. As the author writes, the chapters of his book, which range from a discussion of Abbot Cuthbert Butler's mysticism to 'Benedict and the Future of Europe', are 'simply an invitation to look at various current questions through the lens of the Rule and to reflect on aspects of Benedictine history that might have something to say to us'. With Williams as our guide, The Way of St Benedict speaks to the Rule's ability to help anyone live more fully in harmony with others whilst orientating themselves fully to the will of God.

Author : Corinne Ware
Publisher : Abingdon Press
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780687046102

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Saint Benedict on the Freeway by Corinne Ware Pdf

How can we heal the rift between our daily lives and the sacred? How can we live a life capable of hearing "the still small voice" of God while experiencing the speed and sensory overload of modern life? This book is Ware's answer to these questions. She acknowledges that others have addressed the questions. On the one hand there are books which have significant depth but speak in academic or "in-group" language and provide little help adapting these insights to everyday life. On the other hand, there are practical "how-to" exercises which assist in very particular spiritual experiences but which do not offer integrated, sustainable, life-changing patterns. St. Benedict on the Freeway fills this gap. It "translates into twenty-first century life spiritually formative practices worked out in the past, creatively adapting those disciplines to contemporary daily life." This adaptation is the heart of Ware's book. She attempts first to draw attention to our own awareness of God. She discusses how a "Rule" functioned for Benedict's time, and how it can function for us as a liberating reminder of God instead of as another repressive and burdensome taskmaster. Ware also asks how the hours of prayer--vigils, lauds, prime, terce, sext, none, vespers, compline--can increase our spiritual awareness even if our 'community' does not stop for prayer at designated times during the day. Also, Ware explores prayer in dimensions beyond the spoken word. The author targets what she terms "something more"-people: those who want to grow spiritually but do not know how to do so. Typically these people go on retreats and hear inspirational speakers, but their everyday lives lack the luster of those occasional times. They go from one spiritual oasis to another, wishing for something that will sustain them in between. St. Benedict on the Freeway responds to this yearning as both a book for personal reading and a resource for small groups in the church.

Author : Lonni Collins Pratt,Daniel Homan Osb,Daniel Homan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2001-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0829417877

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Benedict's Way by Lonni Collins Pratt,Daniel Homan Osb,Daniel Homan Pdf

A collection of stories, reflections, prayers, and exercises draws on the teachings and insights of the sixth-century monk St. Benedict to help readers shape the everyday spiritual lives.

Author : Dwight Longenecker
Publisher : Gracewing Publishing
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Spiritual life
ISBN : 0852445210

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St. Benedict and St. Thérèse by Dwight Longenecker Pdf

St. Benedict and St. Therese of Lisieux stand as two of the monumental figures in the history of the Western Church. Their impact on Christian thought cannot be overestimated, yet never before have they been viewed as spiritual father and daughter. From his "little rule" to her "little way," these two great saints teach us to find ourselves in the ordinary. The path of holiness lies open for every Christian, for the course leads through the real demands and details of everyday life. As both Benedict and Therese understood so well, the family, the school, the parish, and the workplace are all schools of the Lord's service. By using St. Therese's writings to illustrate St. Benedict's Rule, Dwight Longenecker shows how holiness is always the result of a daily reliance on Gods' grace. - Back cover.

Author : Patrick Barry,Richard Yeo,Kathleen Norris
Publisher : Liturgical Press
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0814631533

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Wisdom from the Monastery by Patrick Barry,Richard Yeo,Kathleen Norris Pdf

For all who are on a spiritual journey or starting out on a search for meaning in their lives, there is a vast array of competing belief systems, therapies, and guides available. Above the noise and clamor of this busy marketplace, a centuries-old voice speaks words of invitation: Who is there with a love of true life and a longing for days of real fulfillment? If you should hear that call and answer 'I, ' this is the answer that you will receive from God. . . . So begins the ancient Rule of St. Benedict, written fifteen hundred years ago as a simple manual for monks living in community together. Because of its gentle wisdom, realism, and depth, the Rule has always stretched beyond the walls of monasteries. Today, growing numbers of men and women are discovering that it can teach them something invaluable about themselves and how to live meaningful lives. Wisdom from the Monastery contains a contemporary translation of the Rule of St. Benedict and short reflections on the seven basic elements of Benedictine spirituality that are a tried and true recipe for healthy, balanced, and purposeful living. An ideal place to begin a lifetime of exploration and discovery, Wisdom from the Monastery is an excerpt from The Benedictine Handbook, also available from Liturgical Press.

Author : Dwight Longenecker
Publisher : Our Sunday Visitor
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Spiritual life
ISBN : 0879739835

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St. Benedict and St. Therese by Dwight Longenecker Pdf

St. Benedict and St. Therese stand as two of the monumental figures in the history of the Western Church. Their impact on Christian thought cannot be underestimated, yet never before have they been viewed as spiritual father and daughter. From his "little rule" to her "little way, " these two great saints teach us to find ourselves in the ordinary.

Author : Fr. Cajetan Mary da Bergamo
Publisher : Ravenio Books
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Religion
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Humility of Heart by Fr. Cajetan Mary da Bergamo Pdf

In this classic work, Fr. Cajetan Mary da Bergamo explores the virtue of humility, which he considers the foundation of all virtues. Drawing from the teachings of saints and his own experience as a spiritual director, he provides practical guidance on how to cultivate humility in daily life. This book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to grow in holiness and deepen their relationship with God.