1157 Saint Benedict Tiny Saints

As a young man, Benedict fled Rome to become a monk. Many others followed him, and he developed the Rule of Saint Benedict to give them a balanced approach to a life of prayer and work. His holiness led to many miracles. One day, when a jealous man gave him poisoned bread, a raven flew away with the loaf! Saint Benedict’s greatest contribution to history – monastic life as we know it – changed the world forever. Feast Day: July 11. Patronage: Europe, Monks, Poison Victims, Students