The Rule Of St Benedict Of Neursia
The Rule of St Benedict is a book of principles that was written by St Benedict of Nursia (c.480-547). It was intended for use by monks that live communally under the authority of an Abbott.
Christian monasticism initially appeared in the Eastern Roman Empire a few generations before St Benedict. Under St Anthony The Great (251-356) ascetic monks joined together to form the first Christian Monastic communities. Both communal and solitary monasticism gained in popularity and spread outside Europe.
In about 500, Benedict became disillusioned with the immoral behaviour of society in Rome. He chose to become an ascetic so he could pursue his own personal holiness. He lived as a hermit in a cave near Subiaco. He attracted followers and eventually
Christian monasticism initially appeared in the Eastern Roman Empire a few generations before St Benedict. Under St Anthony The Great (251-356) ascetic monks joined together to form the first Christian Monastic communities. Both communal and solitary monasticism gained in popularity and spread outside Europe.
In about 500, Benedict became disillusioned with the immoral behaviour of society in Rome. He chose to become an ascetic so he could pursue his own personal holiness. He lived as a hermit in a cave near Subiaco. He attracted followers and eventually