The Holy Twins: Benedict and Scholastica
No. of pages 40
Published: 2011
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"The Holy Twins: Benedict and Scholastica" by Kathleen Norris explores the lives of St. Benedict and his sister, St. Scholastica, who together shaped the monastic tradition in Christianity. Through vivid storytelling and rich historical context, Norris delves into their unique relationship, illustrating how their devotion influenced the establishment of monastic communities. The book highlights themes of spirituality, faith, and the importance of community, weaving personal anecdotes with theological insights. Benedict’s rule for monastic life and Scholastica’s role in nurturing the spiritual journey of women are central to the narrative, offering readers a profound understanding of their legacy. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children in preschool-kindergarten.
This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.
There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 by Penguin Putnam Inc .
Tomie de Paola is an internationally popular illustrator and adapter of Bible stories and themes for children.