The spiritual wisdom of Saint Benedict has endured for centuries and quite literally shaped Western
culture from its inception. Tenets of the order, like its motto and Saint Benedict’s Rule, are just as
influential for lay people as they are for the Benedictine monks and nuns. The cross and medal of St.
Benedict is also among the gifts bestowed by the Benedictine Order. For centuries, it has been a conduit for
God’s power against malicious spirits.
The history of this cross and medal—how it first came about, how it was used, miracles attributed to
its use—was not easily apparent, nor readily accessible. However, this book successfully delineates the
history, theology, and potency of the cross and medal of St. Benedict. Drawing from a number of ancient
and reliable sources, Fr. Robert Nixon has compiled, translated, and edited a most powerful book on the
cross and medal of St. Benedict. With this book, you’ll learn from various saints and holy men as the
history of St. Benedict’s cross and medal unfolds. In doing so, you will learn about the life and legend of
St. Benedict, the Father of Western Monasticism, who established the most ancient religious order. Sancte
Benedicte, ora pro nobis!
- Format:
- Hardbound
- Author:
- Various Authors
- Publish:
- 6/18/2024
- Pages:
- 120
- Height:
- 7.00
- Width:
- 5.00
5 Reviews
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Small, but mighty!
Like the St. Benedict medal, this slim volume is small, but powerful. It is loaded with anecdotes about the life of St. Benedict and accounts of miraculous cures attributed to his intercession and through the use of the medal. This book engages the reader to implore the aid of this tremendous saint!
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The Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict is a great book for everyone.
The Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict is a great book for everyone. If you want to learn more about the significance of the cross and medal of St Benedict, the benefits of having one, the history of the medal, plus learn more about the amazing St. Benedict himself, The Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict is a great book for you to read. It is short, so it is an easy read, but full of so much valuable information. One of the works used in the book is by St. Gregory the Great and dates back to the 500's. It is a fantastic resource.
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St. Benedict book
Great book to read together with loved ones. Fine meditations. Great for individual or family prayer time.
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The Amazing Powers of the St Benedict Cross & Medal
Whether you know nothing about the St. Benedict medal or whether you are already knowledgeable, you will learn something from this book. It includes the life of St. Benedict, the rich history of the medal and cross, and their protective powers. In our modern, secular, and pagan world, what a comfort it is to know that this medal can protect us from all sorts of malicious evil.
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St Benedict Medal
I thought the book was a great. It was a quick read with some history and explanation of the prayers on the medal. The poetry examples included were also interesting.
