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I would like to read the Rule of St Benedict but see there are a lot of versions available.
Does anyone have a favorite you would recommend?
Does anyone have a favorite you would recommend?
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Thank you - that was a great link with lots of information. I ordered a copy of the book from the website.
I appreciate your help!
I appreciate your help!
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Luigi_Daniele
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Doyle’s version is fantastic. 
Remember: there is a portion in the middle where St Benedict sets up the Liturgy of the Hours that is a tad dry. The beginning before that, and the part after that are works of spiritual genius.
Remember: there is a portion in the middle where St Benedict sets up the Liturgy of the Hours that is a tad dry. The beginning before that, and the part after that are works of spiritual genius.
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Thank you for the warning! I’m anxious for my copy to arrive so I can start reading.
Last weekend my priest told me he’d read an article suggesting it be read “backward” - last chapter first. He didn’t have time to explain the reasoning, I guess I’ll see what I think as I go through it!
If you are looking for something new to read (and since you obviously are a fan of Benedictine spirituality) you might look at Befriending Silence by Carl McColman. I enjoyed it very much and this is what sparked my interest in Benedict!
Last weekend my priest told me he’d read an article suggesting it be read “backward” - last chapter first. He didn’t have time to explain the reasoning, I guess I’ll see what I think as I go through it!
If you are looking for something new to read (and since you obviously are a fan of Benedictine spirituality) you might look at Befriending Silence by Carl McColman. I enjoyed it very much and this is what sparked my interest in Benedict!
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