by Eliza Allen Starr (Author)
""St. Benedict and Scholastica"" is a biographical work by Eliza Allen Starr that explores the lives of two siblings, St. Benedict and Scholastica, who lived in Italy during the 5th and 6th centuries. The book details their upbringing, their spiritual journeys, and their founding of religious communities. It also examines the relationship between the two siblings, who were close companions and confidants throughout their lives. The book provides insights into the early Christian church and the role of monasticism in shaping it. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, monasticism, or the lives of the saints.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Patron Saints, by Eliza Allen Starr. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766141942.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.