Desert Fathers with Bishop Erik Varden Episode 49: From Egypt to Italy
Imagine a narrow cave. A little bell to signal a visitor. A rope lowered to bring food.
Alone, fasting, praying… Benedict spent three years here preparing for his sacred mission.
In this episode, we visit the very cave where Benedict emerged to give the world his “little rule for beginners.”
We’ll dive into the final chapter of Benedict’s Rule, reflecting on how he distills the desert fathers’ teachings for anyone seeking a life fully devoted to God.
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This January, take up the example of the Fathers and embrace a life of prayer, asceticism, and fraternity. Leave behind the pharaohs and idols that keep you enslaved and take up the journey to the promised land. Join tens of thousands of men from all around the world for the Exodus 90 Challenge. We start January 5th, 2026. Download the Exodus 90 app or visit exodus90.com to learn more.
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• 🎥 ...produced by EWTN
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