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Benedict's Way by Lonni Collins Pratt and Fr Daniel Homan OSB. The authors take 30 themes from the Rule of St Benedict. For each them they offer quotations from the Rule, from some 'Other voice', and some down to earth thoughts about practical application of Benedict's wisdom in daily life. Each chapter ends with suggestions of what to do next in order to make this wisdom your own. Reduced from £7.99 in July. 231pp, pb. Price: £8.99 / €11.24 Quantity:

Benedict's Dharma Buddhists reflect on the rule of Saint Benedict. It may seem strange that Buddhists might have insights into the Rule of Saint Benedict, but after reading just a few passages you find that a fresh outlook can totally renew the way we read it and live it. Contains Abbot Patrick's translation of the Rule in full. Edited by Patrick Henry. Price: £16.99 / €21.24

Day by Day with St Benedict by Terrence Kardong. 365 short meditations on verses of the Rule of St Benedict from one of the foremost scholars on the subject. Nevertheless, these well chosen words are thought provoking and sometimes display the wry humour of someone who has lived community life for over 40 years. It is a classic, newly available in paperback. Price: £15.99 / €19.99 Quantity:

The Benedictine Handbook Written not so much for monks and nuns but rather for those who belong, in the wider sense, to the Benedictine family. All who look to St Benedict and his followers for support and a sense of belonging will enjoy dipping into this five part handbook of history and spirituality.  Price: £17.99 / €22.49 Quantity:

The Rule of Benedict for Beginners by Wil Derkse, subtitled "Spirituality for Daily Life". This book describes how individuals - and organizations as well - who function apart from a monastery may emulate elements of Benedictine spirituality and follow the Benedictine motto of "worship and work" in their daily schedules. Price: £8.50 / €10.63 Quantity:

Engaging Benedict by Laura Swan With its core values of contemplatoin, hospitality, and simplicity, the Rule remains as useful and fresh today as it was when Benedict created it in Italy those many centuries ago. But the Rule is not without its difficulties in contemporary practice. This author, a Benedictine sister, looks at the the Rule with a critical eye, seeking to unpack those parts that are problematic and to uncover gems that support the yearnings of today's seekers. By wrestling with the Rule, Laura Swan offers readers guidance on many difficult and painful questions. Price: £8.99 / €11.24 Quantity:

Saint Benedict's Rule This hardback edition of Abbot Patrick Barry's translation of the Rule includes a wonderful 40 page introduction by him which brings alive the appeal and importance of this ancient text, which so many men and women live by still. Price: £14.50 / €18.13 Quantity:

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