Basil of Caesarea (AD 329-78), called "the Great" by later
generations, was one of the fourth century's greatest theologians
and pastors. His influence on the foundation of monastic life was
enormous.
As he toured the early ascetic communities, members would ask
Basil about various aspects of living the Gospel life. Their
questions and Basil's replies were taken down by tachygraphers and
eventually became the "Small Asketikon," first published in 366.
The "Regula Basilii" is a Latin translation of this work, done by
Rufinus of Aquileia in 397. It is one of the major sources of the
Rule of Saint Benedict, and Benedict recommends it to zealous
monks, calling it "the rule of our holy father Basil."
This volume represents a new Latin edition, translated and
annotated in English by Anna M. Silvas. It is based on the Latin
text Basili Regula - A Rufino Latine Versa from Klaus Zelzer:
Corpus Scriptorum Ecclesiastricoum Latinorum, Vol. 86. It also
includes three extra questions and answers that survive only in the
Syriac translation. Silvas balances masterfully between the rigors
of academic research and the interests of an intelligent,
non-specialist readership. This volume promises to become an
indispensable resource in understanding both the history and the
spirituality of monastic life.
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