Roman Catholic AnswerSt. Benedict of Nursia founded the Benedictines.
No. The mendicants are sustained by the community where the benedictines are self sustaining
Mark Tierney has written: 'Blessed Columba Marmion' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Biography 'The mass today'
Athanasius Allanson has written: 'Biography of the English Benedictines' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Biography
Emmanuella Moretti has written: 'L' oblato benedettino' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Benedictines. Oblates
Bruno Hicks has written: 'The Benedictines' -- subject(s): Benedictines, History, Monasticism and religious orders
Paulus Volk has written: 'Die generalkapitel der Bursfelder Benediktiner-knogregation' -- subject(s): Benedictines, Benedictines. Bursfelder Kongregation, Bursfelde, Ger. (Benedictine abbey)
The Benedictines are otherwise known as the "Olivetans".
The Benedictine Order comprises of hundreds of monasteries over the centuries which many congregations: like the American Cassinese Congregation, the Swiss Federation, and the English congregation. There are others such as the Solemnes congregation which still celebrates the entire Office and daily Mass in Latin with the pre-Vatican II rites. There are also offshoots from the Benedictine such as the Cistercians and the Cistercians of the Strict Observance (Trappists). Through the centuries the Benedictines have been almost single handedly responsible for keeping Western culture alive through the "Dark Ages" or the Age of Faith. The monks kept learning alive, copied books, and preserved learning when a great many in Europe where barely subsisting. The Benedictines have contributed an enormous amount to architecture, science, etc. Many of the beautiful monasteries and Cathedrals throughout Europe were built for or by the Benedictines. The Benedictines have educated generations of priests and religious. Their contributions for the last fourteen centuries can not be underestimated.
Both Franciscans and Benedictines were religious orders in the 13th century, but they had differences in their approach to poverty and lifestyle. Franciscans, founded by St. Francis of Assisi, emphasized a life of extreme poverty and preaching to the poor. Benedictines, following the Rule of St. Benedict, focused on communal living, prayer, and stability in the monastery.
The Benedictines played a significant role in the growth of the Church by establishing monasteries that became centers of learning, spirituality, and hospitality. Their dedication to prayer, work, and community living inspired many to join religious life and spread Christianity throughout Europe. The Benedictine Rule, emphasizing humility, obedience, and stability, provided a framework for religious life that shaped the development of the Church.
Yes, he was a member of the Dominican Order. His parents were not happy about this as they wanted him to join the Benedictines.