St. Stephen, Abbot: The Cistercian Saints Of England (1845)

St. Stephen, Abbot: The Cistercian Saints of England is a book written by John Dobree Dalgairns, originally published in 1845. The book is a biographical account of St. Stephen, the Abbot of Citeaux, and other Cistercian saints who lived in England during the Middle Ages. The Cistercian Order, founded in 1098, was known for its strict adherence to the Rule of St. Benedict and its emphasis on manual labor and self-sufficiency. The order spread rapidly throughout Europe and played a significant role in the development of monasticism in England. The book provides a detailed account of the life of St. Stephen, who was instrumental in the spread of the Cistercian Order throughout Europe. It also includes biographies of other Cistercian saints who lived in England, such as St. Bernard of Clairvaux and St. Aelred of Rievaulx. Through these biographies, Dalgairns provides insight into the daily life of Cistercian monks and the impact they had on the communities in which they lived. The book also explores the spiritual and theological beliefs of the Cistercian Order, including their devotion to the Virgin Mary and their emphasis on the contemplative life. Overall, St. Stephen, Abbot: The Cistercian Saints of England is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of monasticism in England and the role of the Cistercian Order in shaping medieval society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.