The Life of St. Benedict: The Great Patriarch of the Western Monks (480-547 A.D.) - Paperback

by Gregory Great (Author), Edward Van Speybrouck (Introduction by), Edward Van Speybrouck (Notes by)

The famous, classic life of St. Benedict, filled with miracles, holy stories and inspiring idealism. Delightful reading for all ages. Describes much of what is known about St. Benedict, including the founding of the Benedictine order. Written by Pope St. Gregory the Great, after whom Gregorian chant was named..

Author Biography

Pope St. Gregory I ('The Great') was born circa 540 to a noble and wealthy Roman family, with the birth name of Gregorius. After enjoying the monastic lifestyle, which he possessed a deep respect for, Gregory was elected pope in 590, though he mourned the loss of the happiness he had enjoyed as a monk. During his term of papacy he was instrumental in various liturgical reforms, and also authored such works as The Life of St. Benedict, Dialogues, Commentary on Job, and The Rule for Pastors. Pope Gregory the Great died on the twelfth of March, 604.