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BENEDICTINE DAILY PRAYERA Short BreviarySecond EditionCompiled and Edited by Maxwell E. Johnson and the Monks of Saint John’s Abbey

Benedictine Daily Prayer provides an everyday edition of the Divine Office for people who desire to pray with the church in a simple manner. Based on fifteen hundred years of liturgical prayer within the Benedictine monastic tradition, Benedictine Daily Prayer offers a rich diet of classic office hymnody, psalmody, and Scripture.

This fully revised edition includes:

• A more user-friendly layout

• A new organization for the Office of

Vigils, structured on a two-week cycle

• Daily Offices also arranged on a

two-week cycle

• Patristic readings for each Sunday

• Concluding prayers for the daily and

seasonal offices

• Slightly taller format

Benedictine Daily Prayer is designed for all who pray in the monastic tradition including Benedictine oblates and Benedictine monastics. Small enough to fit in a briefcase for travel, it is arranged by date. Scripture readings are from the NRSV translation.

978-0-8146-3702-9 Leather-like cover with ribbons, 2,088 pp., 4 1⁄2 x 7 1⁄8, $49.95

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“Everything you need to pray the monastic Liturgy of the Hours is here between two covers.” Irene Nowell, OSB Mount Saint Scholastica

“A more accessible and rich resource for a wide ecumenical company of prayer. Indispensable to daily spiritual practice.” Don E. Saliers Emory University

Available June 2016

ICONS IN THE WESTERN CHURCHToward a More Sacramental EncounterJeana Visel, OSB

Within the Eastern tradition of Christianity, the eikon, or religious image, has long held a place of honor. Western interest in panel icons has been rising recently, yet we lack standards of quality or catechesis on what to do with them. This book makes the case that icons should have a role to play in the Western Church that goes beyond mere decoration. Citing theological and ecumenical reasons, Visel argues that, in regard to use of icons, the post–Vatican II Roman Catholic Church needs to give greater respect to the Eastern tradition.

“Sr. Jeana Visel has done us a great service in her book. A book for all Roman Catholic laypeople, . . . it should be mandatory reading for every Catholic seminarian, priest, and church architect.” Aidan Hart, British Iconographer and Writer

978-0-8146-4660-1 Paperback, 192 pp., 5 3⁄8 x 8 1⁄2, $19.95 978-0-8146-4684-7 eBook, $15.99 B4660 Paperback & eBook Bundle, $24.49

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FAITH BEYOND BELIEFSpirituality for Our TimesA ConversationDavid Steindl-Rast and Anselm Grün Edited by Johannes Kaup Translated by Linda M. Maloney

Brother David Steindl-Rast and Father Anselm Grün are figures of hope, people who by the power of their example can offer an orientation in a world that has become too complex to comprehend. This book is based on their conversations and could be read as a “crash course” in foundational Christian spirituality. It’s an inspirational aid to a spiritual life for many people of our time, whether they consider themselves believers or not.

978-0-8146-4713-4 Paperback, 176 pp., 5 3⁄8 x 8 1⁄4, $17.95 978-0-8146-4738-7 eBook, $13.99 B4713 Paperback & eBook Bundle, $22.49


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RECLAIMING HUMILITYFour Studies in the Monastic TraditionJane Foulcher

“The breadth and depth of each chapter of Reclaiming Humility guides the reader to the significance and reevaluation that humility offers for Christian living, whether one is a monk or married person, by the transforming grace of Christ’s own kenosis.” Mary Forman, OSB Prioress, Monastery of St. Gertrude

CS255P, 978-0-87907-255-1 Paperback, 354 pp., 5 1⁄2 x 8 1⁄2, $29.95 CS255E, 978-0-87907-728-0 eBook, $23.99

BCS255P Paperback & eBook Bundle, $37.49

MONASTIC PRACTICESRevised EditionCharles Cummings, OCSO

“An insider’s guide to life in the monastic world. Although specifically directed at monastics, it offers secular readers much worthy of pondering value.” Marjory Lange Western Oregon University

MW047P, 978-0-87907-050-2 Paperback, 210 pp., 5 1⁄2 x 8 1⁄2, $19.95 MW047E, 978-0-87907-484-5 eBook, $15.99 BMW047P Paperback & eBook Bundle, $24.49

IN THE SCHOOL OF CONTEMPLATIONAndré Louf, OCSO

“In the School of Contemplation, a translation of a 2004 collection of Louf ’s talks and essays, is at once erudite and personal, scholarly and from the heart. It is not a book to read straight through. Rather it is a book to sit with quietly, spending as much time as needed to absorb his words and apply them personally.” Phyllis Zagano National Catholic Reporter

MW048P, 978-0-87907-147-9 Paperback, 208 pp., 5 1⁄2 x 8 1⁄2, $19.95 MW048E, 978-0-87907-487-6 eBook, $15.99 BMW048P Paperback & eBook Bundle, $24.49

THE TASTE OF SILENCEHow I Came to Be at Home with MyselfBieke Vandekerckhove Translated by Rudolf Van Puymbroeck

At the youthful age of nineteen Bieke Vandekerckhove was diagnosed with ALS (a degenerative neurological disease, aka Lou Gehrig’s disease). Unexpectedly, three years later her disease went into remission and, even though partially paralyzed, she lived with ALS for more than twenty years. In twenty-seven short chapters, written at various points in her life, the author shares her search for meaning and strength. Much to her own surprise, she found both in the stillness of contemplation, in the richness of silence. The practices of Benedictine spirituality and Zen meditation became, as she said, the two lungs through which she breathed.

“An insightful and absorbing memoir.” Diane Scharper, National Catholic Reporter

978-0-8146-4773-8 Paperback with french folds, 176 pp., 5 3⁄8 x 8 1⁄4, $17.95 978-0-8146-4799-8 eBook, $13.99 B4773 Paperback & eBook Bundle, $22.49

AT PLAY IN CREATION Merton’s Awakening to the Feminine Divine Christopher Pramuk

In this series of deeply meditative retreat conferences, Christopher Pramuk leads the reader through a sustained meditation on Wisdom-Sophia, the feminine face of God’s presence alive in the world, who speaks and sings in the writings of Thomas Merton.

“Pramuk opens us to the divine music hidden in each of our encounters and allows us to glimpse the unseen Reality whom Merton calls Sophia.” Kathleen Duffy, SSJ, Author of Teilhard’s Mysticism: Seeing the Inner Face of Evolution

978-0-8146-4816-2 Paperback with french folds, 152 pp., 5 x 7, $17.95 978-0-8146-4841-4 eBook, $13.99 B4816 Paperback & eBook Bundle, $22.49

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RB 1980 THE RULE OF ST. BENEDICTTimothy Fry, OSB, Translator

For fifteen centuries Benedictine monasticism has been governed by a Rule that is at once strong enough to instill order and yet flexible enough to have relevance fifteen hundred years later.

Unabridged Edition 978-0-8146-1220-0 Paperback, 672 pp., 6 1⁄4 x 9 1⁄4, $49.95

English-only Edition 978-0-8146-1272-9 Paperback, 96 pp., 4 1⁄4 x 7, $2.95

THE RULE OF SAINT BENEDICTLeonard J. Doyle, Translator; David W. Cotter, OSB, Editor

Generations of monastics, oblates and others whose lives are influenced by monastic spirituality have encountered the Rule by means of Doyle’s work, which remains by far the most widely known and used English version of the Rule. The traditional dates for the thrice-yearly reading of the Rule are included in this edition.

978-0-8146-2735-8 Hardcover, 176 pp., 6 x 9, $29.95

ST. BENEDICT’S RULE FOR MONASTERIESLeonard J. Doyle, Translator

A handy, pocket-sized edition of St. Benedict’s Rule with sections dated so that the Rule may be read three times a year.

978-0-8146-0644-5 Paperback, 106 pp., 3 1⁄2 x 5 1⁄2, $5.95

BENEDICT’S RULE A Translation and CommentaryTerrence G. Kardong, OSB

Benedict’s Rule: A Translation and Commentary is the first line-by-line exegesis of the entire Rule of Benedict written originally in English. This full commentary—predominately a literary and historical criticism—is based on and includes a new translation, and is accompanied by essays on Benedict’s spiritual doctrine.

978-0-8146-2325-1 Hardcover, 664 pp., 6 x 9, $64.95 978-0-8146-3978-8 eBook, $51.99

THE RULE OF ST. BENEDICT

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LECTIO DIVINAThe Medieval Experience of ReadingDuncan Robertson


READING TO LIVEThe Evolving Practice of Lectio DivinaRaymond Studzinski, OSB


PRAYING THE WORDAn Introduction to Lectio DivinaEnzo Bianchi; Translated by James W. Zona

CS182, 978-0-87907-682-5 Paperback, 119 pp., $19.95

PRAYING THE BIBLEAn Introduction to Lectio DivinaMariano Magrassi, OSB Translated by Edward Hagman, OFM Cap

978-0-8146-2446-3 Paperback, 144 pp., 5 3⁄8 x 8 1⁄4, $16.95

ABIDEKeeping Vigil with the Word of GodMacrina Wiederkehr, OSB

978-0-8146-3383-0 Paperback, 232 pp., 5 x 7, $18.95 978-0-8146-3958-0 eBook, $14.99



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LECTIO MATTERSBefore the Burning BushMary Margaret Funk, OSB; Foreword by Laurence O’Keefe, OSB

In Lectio Matters, respected spiritual guide Meg Funk accompanies the reader in exploring the various levels of lectio divina as taught by the ancient church writers and also shares her own long experience.

978-0-8146-3505-6 Paperback, 224 pp., 5 x 7, $18.95 978-0-8146-3491-2 eBook, $14.99

A LISTENING COMMUNITYA Commentary on the Prologue and Chapters 1–3 of Benedict’s RuleAquinata Böckmann, OSB Translated by Matilda Handl and Marianne Burkhard, OSB Edited by Marianne Burkhard

Sister Aquinata proves to be a true guide into the spirit of Benedict’s Rule, which provides sound principles for listening in common in a community of life.

978-0-8146-4922-0 Paperback, 240 pp., 6 x 9, $24.95 978-0-8146-4947-3 eBook, $19.99 B4922 Paperback & eBook Bundle, $31.49

PERSPECTIVES ON THE RULE OF SAINT BENEDICTExpanding Our Hearts in ChristAquinata Böckmann, OSB Translated by Matilda Handl and Marianne Burkhard, OSB Edited by Marianne Burkhard, OSB

Perspectives on the Rule of Saint Benedict provides a unique guide to the richness of this Rule. Focusing on vv. 1-4, 45-50 of the Prologue and chapters 72, 73, 58, and 53, Sister Aquinata Böckmann presents an interpretive key for understanding the entire Rule and appreciating its spiritual and practical values. Presenting a wealth of material, she never loses sight of the christological center of the Rule or the questions involved in

living it in our time, both in monasteries and the world.

978-0-8146-3041-9 Paperback, 264 pp., 6 x 9, $21.95

AROUND THE MONASTIC TABLEGrowing in Mutual Service and LoveAquinata Böckmann, OSB Translated by Matilda Handl and Marianne Burkhard, OSB Edited by Marianne Burkhard, OSB

Saint Benedict devoted ten chapters to the monastic table. Sister Aquinata Böckmann offers a thorough study of these core chapters in Benedict’s Rule. Drawing on scholarship and personal experience of the monastic table, she demonstrates in this commentary the relationship between Benedict’s Rule and other rules, including those of Basil, Augustine, and the Master. More than discipline, what comes through here is the overall

desire to meet the needs of the brothers and sisters sharing life together.

978-0-8146-1874-5 Paperback, 304 pp., 6 x 9, $29.951-800-858-5450 Promotion Code: BENBK16

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THE WORLD OF MEDIEVAL MONASTICISMIts History and Forms of LifeGert Melville Translated by James D. Mixson Foreword by Giles Constable

“This is the best of guides to the world of medieval monasticism: a fresh, novel, exciting, detailed, reliable account of how monastic life developed over twelve centuries and of the many paths to perfection and salvation it created for both women and men.” David Luscombe Fellow of the British Academy The University of Sheffield

“The fruit of long study of medieval monks, ascetics, mystics, and the rules that they lived by, The World of Medieval Monasticism is a lively and erudite companion for any reader interested in exploring the many astonishing forms of Western religious life.” Barbara H. Rosenwein Loyola University Chicago

CS263P, 978-0-87907-263-6 Paperback, 462 pp., 5 1⁄2 x 8 1⁄2, $44.95 CS263E, 978-0-87907-499-9 eBook, $35.99 BCS263P Paperback and eBook Bundle, $56.49

READING MATTHEW WITH MONKSLiturgical Interpretation in Anglo-Saxon EnglandDerek A. Olsen Foreword by Luke Timothy Johnson

“Derek A. Olsen has broken new ground in the field of biblical studies. . . . nothing less than the one and only substantial sequel to Jean Leclercq’s The Love of Learning and the Desire for God. Monastic men and women reading the first two chapters will have an experience of self-discovery: ‘So this is what monastic culture is all about.’” Mark A. Scott, OCSO, SSL Abbot, New Melleray Abbey

“Reading Matthew with Monks indeed offers fascinating reading. It introduces us modern readers into this distinct culture of medieval liturgy and teaches us to catch the voice and the thoughts of those monks who not only read but truly strove to live the Gospel.” Wim Verbaal Latin Language and Literature University of Ghent, Belgium

978-0-8146-8317-0 Paperback, 278 pp., 6 x 9, $24.95 978-0-8146-8342-2 eBook, $19.99 B8317 Paperback & eBook Bundle, $31.49



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THE FESTAL WORKS OF ST. GREGORY OF NAREKAnnotated Translation of the Odes, Litanies, and EncomiaAbraham Terian

This is the first translation in any language of the surviving corpus of the festal works of St. Gregory of Narek, a tenth-century Armenian mystic theologian and poet par excellence (d. 1003). In this volume Abraham Terian, an eminent scholar of medieval Armenian literature, provides the nonspecialist reader with an illuminating translation of St. Gregory of Narek’s festal works. Introducing each composition with an explanatory note, Terian places the works under consideration in their author’s thought-world and in their tenth-century landscape.

“Professor Terian’s work elucidates the hymns for the first time and with a precision and insight far beyond any study ever done before.” James R. Russell Harvard University

978-0-8146-6318-9 Hardcover with dust jacket, 464 pp., 6 x 9, $39.95 978-0-8146-6343-1 eBook, $31.99 B6318 Hardcover & eBook Bundle, $49.49

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THE RULE OF BENEDICTAn Invitation to the Christian LifeGeorg Holzherr, OSB; Translated by Mark Thamert, OSB

In this new translation, based on the completely revised seventh edition of Die Benediktsregel, Holzherr has created a profoundly rich commentary using up-to-date research methods and the latest translations of ancient monastic texts. At the same time, this commentary is meant not only for experts in the field of ancient monasticism but also for all lay and monastic readers interested in delving into the teachings and spirituality of Saint Benedict and his spiritual predecessors in the East and in the West.

CS256H, 978-0-87907-256-8 Hardcover with dust jacket, 512 pp., 5 1⁄2 x 8 1⁄2, $49.95 CS256E, 978-0-87907-734-1 eBook, $44.99 BCS256H Hardcover & eBook Bundle, $62.49

ST. BENEDICT JUBILEE MEDAL LEAFLETContains a historical sketch of the Jubilee Medal, describing its symbolism and the blessing, and the official form for the blessing of St. Benedict medals.

978-0-8146-1868-4 Leaflet, 8 pp., $0.90

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H. ST. SCHOLASTICA PEWTER MEDALLION 3” size 978-0-8146-1132-6 $39.50

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