The Holy Rule of St. Benedict (Mystics) [Audiobook, CD, Unabridged] [Audio CD]

Saint Benedict of Nursia (Author), John Polhamus (Narrator)

Book Description

Series: Mystics | Publication Date: May 1, 2005

St. Benedict of Nursia (c. 480 – 583 A.D.) is an important historical figure who gave birth to monasticism in the West and shaped its course. During three years of solitude and meditation in a cave, St. Benedict was sought out by dozens of townsfolk who admired him for his character and piety. To accommodate them, he set up thirteen monasteries, and presided over them as abbot. During this time, he formed his convictions about the ideal monastic life. These convictions are contained in the most influential guide for monastic life ever written, The Holy Rule of St. Benedict. It is written for laymen and emphasizes the value of work, community, simplicity, obedience, moderation, and prayer.

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Narrator John Polhamus renders this noteworthy classic about the life and times of St. Benedict of Nursia with careful pacing and an authentic tone. His delivery is crisp and clear, natural and unaffected. He begins with a prologue of scripture to support the principles of "One Rule" that St. Benedict is known for. He depicts St. Benedict, touted as the saintly father of monks and the monastic way of life, with genuine sincerity as he relates the how and why of their spiritual community in an easy-to-listen-to voice. Polhamus defines the four types of monks and what typifies each lifestyle with a convincing clarity that simplifies complex ideas for the listener. G.D.W. © AudioFile 2007, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Product Details

• Audio CD
• Publisher: Hovel Audio; Unabridged edition (May 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1596440643
• ISBN-13: 978-1596440647
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,769,527 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not modern enough, December 27, 2010

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Ronald D. Wimprine Jr. (New Orleans, LA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Holy Rule of St. Benedict (Kindle Edition)

I made certain assumptions about this product.
I should have reviewed a sample before buying it.
I was disappointed that:

1) It does not have a Table of Contents
2) It does not have a ToC that has active hyper-links
3) It is written in archaic English, not modern English.

This is not a Kindle-ready product.

For $1.89 I'll use it until I find a better vesion.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars St. Benedict for the ears of the head and of the heart, November 11, 2009

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grace is enough (in this place, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Holy Rule of St. Benedict (Mystics) (Audio CD)

Well done. The narrator does a great job and makes you feel like you are hearing with your heart all over again. Definitely a great way to reinforce the study and absorption of the Rule.

4 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect!, April 14, 2009

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I. M. Coen - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Holy Rule of St. Benedict (Kindle Edition)

Perfect! This is The Rule of Saint Benedict, just as you would have it be! It is as close as a digital version could be to the little book we know and love.