The principle of "ora et labora" or "pray and work" is central to this saint's namesake "rule."
The writings of Gregory the Great call this person a "luminous star" who points the way out of the "black night of history." This person commanded the messenger Riggio ("REE-joh") to take off his fine clothes when Riggio was sent by king Totila, whom this person predicted would only rule for nine years. This person, whose twin sister is often said to be Saint Scholastica, detected and shattered a cup of poison sent by angry students by making the sign of the cross. Guidelines created by this saint were adhered to by Hildegard of Bingen and the abbey founded by William the Pious at Cluny. The principle of "ora et labora" or "pray and work" is central to this saint's namesake "rule." For 10 points, name this saint born in Nursia who founded the monastery at Monte Cassino.
The writings of Gregory the Great call this person a "luminous star" who points the way out of the "black night of history.
Saint Benedict of Nursia [or Sanctus Benedictus; accept Rule of Saint Benedict or Benedictine Monastery/Order] &lt;Religion&gt;