Category: Rule of Saint Benedict

And never to despair of God’s mercy

Bless the Lord, O my soul, and never forget all he hath done for thee. Who forgiveth all thy iniquities: who healeth all thy diseases....

One heavy devil

Today we celebrate the feast of All Saints Who Militated Under the Rule of Saint Benedict. One might also translate the name of the feast...

Rejoicing may this day go hence

CHAPTER XIII. How Lauds Are to be Said on Weekdays 15 Feb. 16 June. 16 Oct. On week-days let Lauds be celebrated in the manner...

The Word has also come to me

CHAPTER XLII. That no one may speak after Compline 21 Mar. 21 July. 20 Nov. Monks should love silence at all times, but especially during...