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BENEDICTINE, CITEAUX
A Benedictine monk of Citeaux Date: 1848
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1848 Benedictine Benedictines Citeaux Monk Orders
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This evocative image captures the pious introspection of a Benedictine monk from the Citeaux Abbey, taken in the year 1848. The monk, clad in the traditional brown habit and cowl, is shown in a quiet contemplative moment, his gaze fixed on an unseen point beyond the confines of the photograph. The serene expression on his face and the tranquil setting of the abbey's cloisters add to the sense of spiritual reflection. The Benedictines, also known as the Order of Saint Benedict, are a Catholic religious order founded by Saint Benedict of Nursia in the 6th century. The order is named after their rule, the Rule of Saint Benedict, which emphasizes stability, conversion of the heart, and obedience. The Citeaux Abbey, located in eastern France, was founded in 1098 and is considered the cradle of the Cistercian Reform, a stricter observance of the Benedictine Rule. The monk's posture and the simplicity of his surroundings reflect the order's commitment to a life of prayer, work, and community. The Benedictine monks followed a rigorous daily routine, which included prayer, manual labor, study, and hospitality to guests. The order's influence spread throughout Europe and beyond, and the monks played a significant role in the preservation and transmission of learning during the Middle Ages. This photograph offers a glimpse into the spiritual world of a Benedictine monk from the Citeaux Abbey, a world that continues to inspire and intrigue us today. The image invites us to reflect on the enduring appeal of monastic life and the importance of spiritual contemplation in our own lives.
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