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No matter the stage, the career of Saint Gregory the Great was marked consistently by excellence. Appointed Prefect of Rome around the age of thirty, Gregory forsook his worldly success in favor of monastic silence and communion with God, establishing at his ancestral home the Monastery of St. Andrew. There, in the words of Pope Benedict XVI, he lived a "life of permanent dialogue with the Lord in listening to his word." Providentially, Gregory was called in turn to leave the monastery for the See of Peter; there, his deep understanding of the Divine Word stood him in excellent stead-perhaps nowhere more tangibly than in his preaching.Selected from his work of forty homilies on the Gospels (Homilia XL in Evangelia) and translated by Nora Burke, Saint Gregory's Parables of the Gospel comprises an even dozen sermons on the parables of the Hidden Treasure; the Laborers in the Vineyard; the Marriage Feast; the Ten Virgins; the Talents; the Sower; the Great Harvest; the Barren Fig Tree; the Great Banquet; the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin; the Rich Man and Lazarus; and the Good Shepherd.

"The Life of Our Most Holy Father Saint Benedict" by Saint Gregory the Great is a timeless literary and spiritual masterpiece that provides a profound glimpse into the life of one of Christianity's most revered figures, Saint Benedict of Nursia. In this captivating biography, Saint Gregory eloquently narrates the extraordinary journey of Saint Benedict, the founder of the Benedictine Order, and his unwavering commitment to a life of prayer, discipline, and devotion to God.As you delve into the pages of this classic work, you'll discover the remarkable story of Saint Benedict's early life, his transformative spiritual awakening, and the establishment of his renowned monastic communities. Saint Gregory's vivid descriptions and insightful reflections paint a vivid picture of a man whose dedication to the path of holiness left an indelible mark on the Christian faith."The Life of Our Most Holy Father Saint Benedict" is not just a historical account but a spiritual guide that continues to inspire readers on their own spiritual journeys. Saint Gregory's portrayal of Saint Benedict's wisdom, humility, and unwavering faith serves as a source of guidance and inspiration, offering valuable lessons in seeking God and living a life of true devotion.If you're drawn to the lives of the saints and seek spiritual insight and inspiration, this book is a must-read. Explore the profound impact of Saint Benedict and the enduring legacy of his spiritual teachings in this remarkable work by Saint Gregory the Great.

At the dividing line between Antiquity and the Middle Ages, scholar-diplomat-pastor-writer-pope Gregory the Great drew on his profound knowledge of Scripture and his personal experience to preach the Gospel. These forty homilies show the practical concerns Gregory faced as well as the theological expectations he had of his flock.