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Benedict founded the monastery at Monte Cassino, where he wrote the Rule of his order. This Rule became the basis for monasticism in the Western World. He is often called the Father of Western Monasticism.
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The Benedictines are most known for their monastic way of life based on the Rule of St. Benedict, emphasizing prayer, work, community living, and hospitality. They are also known for their contributions to education, scholarship, and preserving ancient texts.
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∙ 9y agoSt. Benedict was canonized in the year 1220 by Pope Honorius III.
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∙ 9y agoBenedict is best known for his 'Rule' which he wrote to govern how monasteries were to be run. It became the basis for Western Monasticism.
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founding a new monastic community and set of guidelines
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Does Pope Benedict XVI mean olive?
The Benedictines are otherwise known as the "Olivetans".
Who founded the Benedictines?
Roman Catholic AnswerSt. Benedict of Nursia founded the Benedictines.
Are the benedictines among the mendicant orders?
No. The mendicants are sustained by the community where the benedictines are self sustaining
What has the author Athanasius Allanson written?
Athanasius Allanson has written: 'Biography of the English Benedictines' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Biography
What has the author Emmanuella Moretti written?
Emmanuella Moretti has written: 'L' oblato benedettino' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Benedictines. Oblates
What has the author Bruno Hicks written?
Bruno Hicks has written: 'The Benedictines' -- subject(s): Benedictines, History, Monasticism and religious orders
Who is the Italian monk who founded the Benedictine Order at Monte Cassino Italy in 529?
St. Benedict of Nursia founded the order that became known as the Benedictines.
What is the oldest religious order in the world?
The Order of Saint Benedict, commonly known as the Benedictines, is considered one of the oldest religious orders in the world. It was founded in the 6th century by Saint Benedict of Nursia in Italy.
What has the author Paulus Volk written?
Paulus Volk has written: 'Die generalkapitel der Bursfelder Benediktiner-knogregation' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Benedictines. Bursfelder Kongregation, Bursfelde, Ger. (Benedictine abbey)
What was the largest group of monks in Europe in the early Middle Ages?
For many hundreds of years the only group of monks across Europe were the Benedictines, who followed the Rule of St Benedict (written in the 6th century AD). They were always the most numerous group.Other Orders of monks were established with different views of what the Rule meant and how it should be interpreted - the Cistercians were formed in 1098, the Cluniacs in the early 10th century, the Carthusians (or Charterhouse order) in 1084. In most parts of Europe, the Benedictines remained the major monastic order throughout medieval times.The Benedictines were generally much more easy-going, considerate, rational and reasonable in their interpretation of the Rule of St Benedict: there was no mention in the Rule of monks wearing beards, for example, so the Benedictines took the view that beards were not banned. The Cistercian view was that if a certain thing was not mentioned, it was automatically banned.
Was Saint Benedict a monk?
Yes, Saint Benedict was a monk. He is known for establishing the Benedictine Order and writing the Rule of Saint Benedict, which became a guide for monastic living in the Western Christian tradition.
What did monks in the middle ages eat for breakfast?
Most everyone who was not well off ( monks were very poor) ate barley soups, rye or barley bread ( wheat was too expensive) and oatmeal for their meals. Sometimes they were lucky to have a bit of meat, fish and some vegetables.
