Monk

Saint Benedict of Aniane

Saint Benedict reformed monastic life in the Carolingian Empire, promoting the Rule of Saint Benedict.

Patron saint of Monastic reform, Scholars
Feast
February 11
Era
9th Century
Place
Aniane
Saint Benedict of Aniane portrait

At a Glance

Saint Benedict of Aniane

Feast Day
February 11
Era
9th Century
Primary Place
Aniane
Vocation
Monk
Patronage
Monastic reform, Scholars

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Overview

Saint Benedict of Aniane

Saint Benedict reformed monastic life in the Carolingian Empire, promoting the Rule of Saint Benedict.

Feast day: February 11

Patronage

Monastic reform, Scholars

Connected Places

  • Aniane, France: His monastery
  • Aachen, Germany: His reform work

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