The Rule of St. Benedict by Mastro and Meisel provides a clear and easy-to-read modern translation of the original text. The authors explain St. Benedict’s guidelines for monastic life and show how they can still be useful today. They focus on the Rule’s teachings about living in a community, being humble and obedient, and practicing virtues in everyday life.
The book is well-researched and easy to understand, making it useful for both study and personal use. Mastro and Meisel’s translation keeps St. Benedict’s spiritual and practical advice intact, with added notes to help readers understand monastic life and its potential to change lives for those who want to follow Christ.
With detailed explanations, the book gives a good overview of the daily routines and spiritual practices of Benedictine monks. Overall, The Rule of St. Benedict is meant for anyone interested in Benedictine spirituality, but its advice on living a spiritual life through work, prayer, and study is beneficial for everyone.
A Maltese translation of the Rule of St. Benedict by Joseph Flask is freely available on Laikos.org.
