How to Live - What rule of St. Benedict Teaches Us About Happiness, Meaning,

The Rule of St. Benedict (the rule) arose in an era when a great civilization was threatened by violence, economic forces that favored the wealthy, political leaders that lacked the trust of the public, and rampant xenophobia. The events that occurred in sixth-century Rome were much those like on the nightly news.

About the author

Judith Valente is currently the senior correspondent at WGLT Radio, the National Public Radio affiliate in central Illinois. Additionally, she serves as the Midwest correspondent for the national Catholic magazine America. She also contributes articles from the Midwest to USA Today. She was formerly employed by the Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal. Visit her at www.judithvalenti.com.

Summary

The Rule of St. Benedict (the rule) arose in an era when a great civilization was threatened by violence, economic forces that favored the wealthy, political leaders that lacked the trust of the public, and rampant xenophobia. The events that occurred in sixth-century Rome were much those like on the nightly news.

Product details

• Authors: Judith Valente, Valente Judith
• Publisher: William Collins
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 31.12.2019
• EAN: 9780008308308
• ISBN: 978-0-00-830830-8
• Dimensions: 129 mm x 198 mm x 17 mm
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Christianity; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Philosophy: general, reference works; Mindfulness, Philosophy, RELIGION / Christian Rituals & Practice / Worship & Liturgy, RELIGION / Faith, Popular psychology, Lifestyle & personal style guides, Christian life & practice, Ethics & moral philosophy, Ethics and moral philosophy, Christian spirituality & religious experience, Spirituality and religious experience, Religious life and practice, RELIGION / Christian Living / Personal Growth, RELIGION / Christian Living / Spiritual Growth, RELIGION / Christian Living / Prayer, Humanist & Secular Alternatives To Religion, Humanist philosophy, Popular philosophy: Meaning of life / finding sense in life, Minimalist lifestyle / Simple living