The Rule of Saint Benedict
a commentary in light of world ascetic traditions
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Author
Contributions
- Benedict, Saint, Abbot of Monte Cassino - Contributor
Publication
2002 - Newman Press, New York, New York (State)
Language
English
Word Count
94,250 words, Guess
Page Count
377 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL18726884M
- ISBN-100809105381
- ISBN-139780809105380
- Goodreads1481005
- LibraryThing3994943
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- Library of Congress Control Number2001058367
- OCLC Control Number48655481
Classifications
- DDC255/.106
- LCCBX3004.Z5 D74 2002
Description
Monasticism is a universal archetype present in all religions when they reach a developed level of spirituality. To get a better understanding of Christianity's Benedictine Rule, which is the foundational document for western spirituality, renowned scholar Mayeul de Dreuille looks at the Rule in light of other traditions. He finds the basic values common to all forms of monastic life, then returns to comment on the Benedictine Rule, enriched by this knowledge. A scholarly work by the leading Benedictine theorist, the book--ʺ looks at elements common to all forms of monasticism.ʺ examines life within the cloister walls in Christian monasticism, Hindu monasticism, and Buddhist monasticism.ʺ explores daily monastic life through its work, prayer, chanting, and sacred texts.ʺ
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