Road to Eternal Life: Reflections on the Prologue of Benedict's Rule

by Michael Casey

Book Overview

In the Prologue of his Rule, St. Benedict maps out the road that leads to heaven; he lays the foundation for life in a community that seeks God. The themes that are present throughout the Rule--obedience, humility, prayer, fear of the Lord, eternal life--are grounded in the Prologue.

By reflecting on the Prologue one verse at a time, Michael Casey, OCSO, delves into the richness of meaning that can be found in Benedict's words. These reflections,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0814635156
• ISBN13: 9780814635155
• Release Date: September 2012
• Publisher: Liturgical Press
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.4" x 8.2"