Saint Benedict Of Nursia
Definition
By settling in remote places on the borders with pagan countries, ascetic monks amazed the pagans with their feats and convinced them of the power of the Christian God; Benedictine monks later received from Saint Gregory the Great the right to carry out missionary work.
Episodes
Related Concepts
- Monasticism As Mission To Pagans
Biblical References
- Matthew 19:21 — *Jesus said to him, “If you wish to be perfect, go sell your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” *
- Matthew 5:44 (implicitly, ‘the Teacher’s commandment’ to love enemies) — *But I say to you, love your enemy and pray for those who persecute you, *