{"product_id":"the-rule-of-benedict-by-st-benedict-9780140449969","title":"The Rule of Benedict","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to Classics, \u003ci\u003eThe Rule of St Benedict\u003c\/i\u003e is one of the most important written works in the shaping of Western society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFounder of a monastery at Monte Cassino, between Rome and Naples, in the sixth century, St Benedict intended his \u003ci\u003eRule\u003c\/i\u003e to be a practical guide to Christian monastic life. Based on the key precepts of humility, obedience, and love, its aim is to create a harmonious and efficient religious community in which individuals can make progress in the Christian virtues and gain eternal life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Rule of St Benedict\u003c\/i\u003e, Benedict sets out ideal monastery routines and regulations, covering various aspects from the qualities of a good abbot, the twelve steps to humility, and the value of silence, to everyday matters such as kitchen duties, care of the sick, and the suitable punishment for lateness at mealtimes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBenedict's legacy is still strong—his \u003ci\u003eRule\u003c\/i\u003e remains a source of inspiration and a key work in the history of the Christian church.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46555760460012,"sku":"9780140449969","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27387463482237.jpg?v=1750118931","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/products\/the-rule-of-benedict-by-st-benedict-9780140449969","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}