The Benedictines were noted for their role in promoting the spread of Christianity and monasticism in Europe during the Middle Ages. They followed the Rule of St. Benedict, which emphasized prayer, work, and community life. Benedictine monasteries also played a key role in preserving knowledge and culture during this time.
Roman Catholic AnswerSt. Benedict of Nursia founded the Benedictines.
No. The mendicants are sustained by the community where the benedictines are self sustaining
Athanasius Allanson has written: 'Biography of the English Benedictines' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Biography
Emmanuella Moretti has written: 'L' oblato benedettino' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Benedictines. Oblates
Bruno Hicks has written: 'The Benedictines' -- subject(s): Benedictines, History, Monasticism and religious orders
Paulus Volk has written: 'Die generalkapitel der Bursfelder Benediktiner-knogregation' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Benedictines. Bursfelder Kongregation, Bursfelde, Ger. (Benedictine abbey)
The Benedictines are otherwise known as the "Olivetans".
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.
Yes, he was a member of the Dominican Order. His parents were not happy about this as they wanted him to join the Benedictines.
Leodegar Hunkeler has written: 'It began with Benedict' -- subject(s): Benedictines, History
Benedictine monks are found all over the world, although not in Antarctica: The Order of St. Benedict.
St. Benedict of Nursia was the founder of the Benedictines and wrote the Benedictine rule that spread monasticism throughout Europe.