INTERVIEW (#2): Rev. Matthew Joyner (REC) & Rev. Veitch (Reformed/Westmi...

BENEDICT OF NURSIA (480-548 AD). A wonderful discussion about Benedict, his life, his Europe-wide influence, his "Rule," and various books of hours. We discussed "holy reading," the extensive habit of private, public (divine serves--7 services), and at meals. The method of reflection was discussed. The Benedictine monasteries created massive libraries, a result of the monastic "Scriptorium." We would add that England, France, Germany, Switzerland and even the USA have been influential. Dr. Thomas Cranmer's Book of Common Prayer was shaped by the Benedictines' "Sarum Missal." Wilfrid, Lauence of Canterbury, Cuthbert, Bede, Swithun of Winchester, Alcuin, Radbertus, Ratramnus, Hincmar, Lanfranc, Anselm, Matthew Paris, and William of Malmesbury, among others, are of notable fame. It has often been noted that the Anglican tradition is "Benedictine." A wonderful discussion with Rev. Joyner. We've barely scratched the surface (again). We hope to continue the discussion, God willing.