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A History of Benedictine Nuns

A History of Benedictine Nuns

Hilpisch, Stephanus
Doyle, Leonard J.
Muggli, M. Joanne

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesCatholicismGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1258000679
ISBN13: 9781258000677
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Apr 2 2011
Pages: 130
Weight: 0.80
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A History of Benedictine Nuns by Stephanus Hilpisch is a comprehensive account of the origins, development, and contributions of Benedictine nuns to the Catholic Church and society at large. The book traces the history of the Benedictine order from its founding by St. Benedict in the 6th century to the present day, with a particular focus on the role of women in the order.The author explores the daily life of Benedictine nuns, including their spiritual practices, education, and work within the community. He also examines the challenges faced by Benedictine nuns throughout history, including persecution, suppression, and the changing social and political landscape of Europe.Through extensive research and analysis of primary sources, Hilpisch provides a nuanced and detailed account of the contributions of Benedictine nuns to the arts, sciences, and education. He also highlights the important role of Benedictine women in the development of monasticism and the preservation of Christian culture.Overall, A History of Benedictine Nuns is a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church and the role of women in religious orders.This Book Should Prove Especially Useful In Convents And Novitiates, Where The Study Of Benedictine History Has Long Been Hampered By The Lack Of An Overall Treatment In English. Oblates Of St. Benedict And Students Of Church History Will Also Find It Enlightening. This Translation Brings The Inspiring Account Of The Monastic Form Of Life For Women And The Subsequent Role Played By The Rule Of St. Benedict Up To The Time Of Publication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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