St. BenedictThe Rule of St. Benedict (Dover Books on Western Philosophy)

This is the little booklet that St Benedict wrote around AD 528, according to the introduction. While it is usually thought of and applied to monastic life, St Benedict makes clear in the prologue that his text is meant for anyone who wishes to "return to [God]." Thus this is not some kind of antiquated text meant only for religious. Not only may we learn from St Benedict how to more deeply love, obey, and give ourselves to God, but we get a very good idea of what early monastic life was like. Finally, the text can be read in one or two sittings. It's an easy read and one that if done prayfully and with the proper dispositions, can help you to fall more deeply in love with Our Lord.

Verses are not numbered making it hard to find information

Let me just say that there are many editions of this classic book that are much more affordable, but if you are looking for a book that will last a lifetime, a book that feels wonderful in your hands, this is the edition you want! The Rule is a pocket-sized book, nicely printed on good paper, bound in genuine leather, with a ribbon marker. The leather is thick and soft, hand-bound over sturdy boards, and it even smells wonderful. Perhaps the perfect edition of The Rule of St. Benedict. Highly recommended.

Great book, this is a must read for anyone interested in the monastic life or searching for a new read whether religious or philosophical, some of the ideas may be antiquated but much can be taken from this book and still applied.

The Rule of St. Benedict was very informative. But I do not agree in his approach. Even though I am grateful to the Benedictines for spreading Christianity

Great book !

There are many editions of this great spiritual classic, but Cardinal Gasquet's translation of the Rule of Saint Benedict has been out of print for too long. It is a delight to see it reprinted - and so handsomely - leatherbound, gold blocking, silk ribbon, noble endpapers. Baronius have done a great service in publishing it so beautifully.Its pocket-size renders it particularly useful for the laity who may wish to read a portion each day as they travel, and the dignity of this edition makes it an ideal gift. Cardinal Gasquet's introduction, too, offers valuable insights to the rule and to Benedictine spirituality.

Far easier to read than expected. An amazing insight into the world of the early Monasteries and the incredible devotion and sacrifice needed. It puts modern-day piety to shame. A great book to dip in and out of again and again.

Wonderful service and a beautiful book.Thanks.

This is hard to read due to lack of punctuation - no commas, basically. Also chapter 63 is missing. I don't recommend this version.

Awesome book