There is more in Benedict's Rule than meets the eye. By living according to Benedict's Rule we move not only into the world of John Cassian and Saint Basil, but are invited to go further back to the scriptural basis of all Christian and monastic living. Benedict's hope is that ultimately we pursue our spiritual journey by the guidance of the Gospel . Not a commentary, this book of reflections is intended to be read very slowly one section at a time. In addition to communicating reflections on a given topic, Casey invites readers to continue the process of reflection for themselves, apply what is written to their own lives drawing on their own wisdom and insight, and ultimately broaden their experience of monastic spirituality.
There is more in Benedict's Rule than meets the eye. By living according to Benedict's Rule we move not only into the world of John Cassian and Saint Basil, but are invited to go further back to the scriptural basis of all Christian and monastic living. Benedict's hope is that ultimately we pursue our spiritual journey by the guidance of the Gospel . Not a commentary, this book of reflections is intended to be read very slowly one section at a time. In addition to communicating reflections on a given topic, Casey invites readers to continue the process of reflection for themselves, apply what is written to their own lives drawing on their own wisdom and insight, and ultimately broaden their experience of monastic spirituality.