Chapter 51
The Rule of Benedict April 2
At first glance, the punishment in this chapter appears a bit extreme for the offense. But if we think about it in terms of vows and what it means to violate the spirit of a vow, it seems quite appropriate. For example, if I, without Jana's permission, were to meet a female friend for lunch in some hidden cafe across town, the issues at play cut straight to the heart of what it means for me to be married. These are matters of fidelity and trust.
As members of our order, what might it look like to act outside of the spirit of our vows? How do our vows accompany us in our daily lives?
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