The Rule of Saint Benedict

A Contemporary Paraphrase
Discussion around the bestseller The Benedict Option by Rod Dreher has led many people to want to know more about Benedictine principles.?

This little rule can be a place to begin.

“Listen, my child. I want you to place the ear of your heart on the solid ground of the Master’s wisdom (what I received, I’m passing on to you). This advice is from a spiritual father who loves you and gives you the sort of counsel that will shape your whole life.”

Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove’s The Rule of Saint Benedict presents the timeless wisdom of the Rule in a vibrant new language. The contemporary reader will find this sixth-century classic more accessible, while any student or follower of the Rule will discover in this paraphrase a vital new expression. The full text is included, and detailed explanatory notes offer help in understanding challenging passages. 

Contributor: Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove (Edited by)

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