Lectio Divina

Rule of St Benedict for the Day

IF anyone of the priestly order ask to be received into the monastery, permission shall not be granted him too readily. Nevertheless, if he persevere firmly in his petition, let him know that he will have to observe the full discipline of the Rule and that nothing will be abated for him. As the Scripture saith: Friend, whereunto art thou come?1 However, let him be allowed to take rank next .. read more »