Cistercian Legends Of The Thirteenth Century (1872)

The book ""Cistercian Legends Of The Thirteenth Century"" was written by Caesarius in the year 1872. The book is a collection of legends and stories that were popular among the Cistercian monks during the thirteenth century. The legends revolve around the lives of various saints, martyrs, and other religious figures who were revered by the Cistercian community.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular legend or story. The chapters are arranged in chronological order, starting with the legend of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, who was one of the most prominent figures in the Cistercian order.Other legends in the book include the story of Saint Lutgarde, who was known for her mystical experiences and visions, and the legend of Saint Gertrude the Great, who was a renowned mystic and spiritual writer.The book also includes stories of miracle workers, such as the legend of Saint Nicholas of Tolentino, who was said to have the power to heal the sick and perform other miraculous feats.Overall, ""Cistercian Legends Of The Thirteenth Century"" provides a fascinating insight into the religious beliefs and practices of the Cistercian community during the medieval period. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the lives of the saints.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.