Beacon Lights of History by John Lord
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Origin of celibacy
Its subsequent corruption Necessity of the vow of Obedience Benedict and the Monastery of Monte Casino His rules generally adopted Lofty and useful life of the early monks Growth and wealth of Monastic institutions Magnificence of Mediaeval convents Privileges of the monks Luxury of the Benedictines Relaxation of discipline Degeneracy of the monks Compared with secular clergy Benefits which Monasticism conferred Learning of the monks Their common life Revival of Learning Rise of Scholasticism Saint Bernard His early piety and great attainments. His vast moral influence His reforms and labors Rise of Dominicans and Franciscans. Zeal of the mendicant friars General benefits of Monastic institutions Authorities SAINT ANSELM. |
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