“To pray for one’s enemies in the love
of Christ; to make peace with one’s adversary before sundown and never to despair of God’s mercy.”
-St. Benedict (July 11; 480-543) from “The Rule”
For Reflection:
To what extent am I willing to make this quote of St. Benedict my life’s motto? My family motto? What do I think would be the fruit of such a decision if I were willing to live it out?
Chapter One Page 4 “From their fruits you shall know them.” This volume deals with a “philosophy” that produces not only contentment but also a perduring, unspeakable joy, even on earth, a foretaste of eternal joy.
