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Benedict
Saint Benedict, also known as Benedict of Nursia, is a Christian monk and a renowned figure in the field of philosophy. He is primarily known for his significant contributions to ethical theory and political philosophy. The exact details of his life remain shrouded in mystery, with conflicting accounts regarding his birthplace and upbringing. However, most scholars believe that he was born on March 2, 480, in Nursia,
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Benedict seeks to discipline power at its smallest and most durable scale: the daily life of a community. By binding authority to rule, consent, and moral restraint, he advances a quiet but enduring insight of free societies—freedom survives where power is limited by shared norms, accountability, and ordered self-government.
PeopleAnselm
Anselm of Canterbury (c. 1033 – 1109 CE) was a medieval philosopher, theologian, and archbishop, widely regarded as the father of Scholasticism. Born in Aosta (in present-day Italy), Anselm joined the Benedictine monastery of Bec in Normandy, where he eventually became prior and then abbot. His intellectual brilliance and spiritual discipline soon earned him renown across Europe.
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Bede (circa 673–735 CE), better known as The Venerable Bede, was a monk, historian, and theologian whose scholarly contributions earned him the title “Father of English History.” Born in the kingdom of Northumbria, Bede entered the twin monasteries of Monkwearmouth and Jarrow as a child and remained there for life, dedicating himself to prayer, teaching, and extensive writing.
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The Holy Rule of Our Holy Father Benedict
Benedict, Saint, Abbot of Monte Cassino · 1942 · The holy rule of our holy father Benedict; translated by a priest of the Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani, 1942.
Books & WorksThe Philosophy of Benedict de Spinoza
Spinoza, Benedictus de, 1632–1677 · 1937 · The philosophy of Benedict de Spinoza. Translated... by R. H. M. Elwes. New York, Tudor Publishing Co., 1937.
Books & WorksThe Rule of Saint Benedict
Benedict, Saint, Abbot of Monte Cassino · 1925 · The rule of Saint Benedict, translated with an introduction by Cardinal Gasquet. Chatto & Windus, 1925.
Books & WorksChief Works
Spinoza, Benedictus de, 1632–1677 · 1955 · Chief works translated from the Latin... by R. H. M. Elwes. New York, Dover Publications, [1955]. 2 v.
Books & WorksThe Philosophy of Spinoza
Spinoza, Benedictus de, 1632–1677 · 1927 · The philosophy of Spinoza, selected from his chief works... by Joseph Ratner. New York, The Modern Library, [1927].
Books & WorksWritings on Political Philosophy
Spinoza, Benedictus de, 1632–1677 · 1937 · Writings on political philosophy... Edited by A. G. A. Balz. New York, Appleton-Century Company, 1937.
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The Holy Rule of Our Holy Father Benedict
Benedict, Saint, Abbot of Monte Cassino · 1942 · The holy rule of our holy father Benedict; translated by a priest of the Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani, 1942.
ResourcesThe Philosophy of Benedict de Spinoza
Spinoza, Benedictus de, 1632–1677 · 1937 · The philosophy of Benedict de Spinoza. Translated... by R. H. M. Elwes. New York, Tudor Publishing Co., 1937.
ResourcesThe Rule of Saint Benedict
Benedict, Saint, Abbot of Monte Cassino · 1925 · The rule of Saint Benedict, translated with an introduction by Cardinal Gasquet. Chatto & Windus, 1925.
ResourcesChief Works
Spinoza, Benedictus de, 1632–1677 · 1955 · Chief works translated from the Latin... by R. H. M. Elwes. New York, Dover Publications, [1955]. 2 v.
ResourcesThe Philosophy of Spinoza
Spinoza, Benedictus de, 1632–1677 · 1927 · The philosophy of Spinoza, selected from his chief works... by Joseph Ratner. New York, The Modern Library, [1927].
ResourcesWritings on Political Philosophy
Spinoza, Benedictus de, 1632–1677 · 1937 · Writings on political philosophy... Edited by A. G. A. Balz. New York, Appleton-Century Company, 1937.