The Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict: A Mystical Sign of Divine Power

Overview

This volume explains the history, theology, and spiritual significance of the Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict, tracing how this ancient sign has been used within the Church and by the faithful as a reminder of Christ’s victory over evil. Drawing on reliable historical sources and the wisdom of saints and holy men, it situates the cross and medal within the Church’s tradition of sacramentals that orient the believer toward prayer, virtue, and trust in God’s power against spiritual adversity.

• Details the origins and development of the Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict in the Church’s life. 
• Explains how this sign has been understood and used by the faithful over centuries. 
• Draws from ancient and reliable sources compiled by Fr. Robert Nixon to ensure doctrinal fidelity.
• Illustrates the life and legacy of St. Benedict, Father of Western Monasticism. 
• Shows how sacramentals orient believers toward prayerful reliance on God’s grace.

Intended Audience

This book is suited for Catholics who wish to understand the Church’s use of sacramentals, for those drawn to the spirituality of Saint Benedict, and for readers who desire to ground their devotional life in the historical and theological tradition of the Church. ([tanbooks.com]