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“First and foremost, the monk should own nothing in this world, but he should have as his possessions solitude of the body, modesty of bearing, a modulated tone of voice, and a well-ordered manner of speech. He should be without anxiety as to his food and drink, and should eat in silence.”

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Saint Basil (330-379 AD) was a prominent theologian, monk, and church organizer in the early Christian Church. Born in Caesarea of Cappadocia, he was a member of the Basil family. Known for his strict monastic life and contributions to church organization, Saint Basil is celebrated for his reforms of church discipline and his influential writings on theology. more

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