April 30

The Octave of Easter: Saturday


Chapter 72

The Rule of Benedict April 30


I read a book a while back that I've talked about often called Wisdom of the Benedictine Elders.  One of the questions put to each elder was "What is your favorite chapter in the Rule of Benedict?"  More than any other chapter, this one was said to be the favorite.  This makes perfect sense to me as a person who has spent most of my life in church.  It also makes sense in the context of our journey as an order so far.  The difference between good zeal and evil zeal is as tangible as the difference between the touch of a blessing and a slap in the face.  Let us offer thanks today to God who has blessed our order with a good zeal that leads to life.