--- title: The Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict description: Danielle Heckenkamp reviews a new compilation of miracles associated with the Saint Benedict medal, new from TAN Books. image: https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/20141015%20DHeckenkamp%201.png --- [![catholic-mom-logo-v2](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/images/catholic-mom-logo-v2.svg "catholic-mom-logo-v2")](https://www.catholicmom.com/) [![facebook](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/icons/social-icon-facebook.svg)](http://www.facebook.com/CatholicMomCommunity) [![twitter](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/icons/social-icon-twitter.svg)](http://twitter.com/CatholicMomCom) [![instagram](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/icons/social-icon-instagram.svg)](http://instagram.com/catholicmomcommunity) [![youtube](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/icons/social-icon-youtube.svg)](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAuUqHCVPDzyMgSMaMZxxug?view_as=subscriber) [![search-icon](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/icons/search-icon.svg)](https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/the-cross-and-medal-of-saint-benedict#) [BOOKS](https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/tag/books) # The Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict Oct 15, 2024 10:00:00 AM  |  by [Danielle Heckenkamp](https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/author/danielle-heckenkamp) ![featured image](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/20141015%20DHeckenkamp%201.png) *Danielle Heckenkamp reviews a new compilation of miracles associated with the Saint Benedict medal, new from TAN Books.* --- ## [*The Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict: A Mystical Sign of Divine Power*](https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-cross-and-medal-of-saint-benedict-a-mystical-sign-of-divine-power/) Compiled by Father Robert Nixon, OSB  Publisher: TAN Books The life and religious order of Saint Benedict has captivated audiences for centuries. It is the precision of his Rule of Life, the miraculous occurrences during and after his earthly life, and the documented powers associated with the Saint Benedict medal that captivate Christians to learn and imitate this holy saint. A recent release from Tan Books, [*The Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict: A Mystical Sign of Divine Power*](https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-cross-and-medal-of-saint-benedict-a-mystical-sign-of-divine-power/) compiled by Father Robert Nixon, contains a collection of quotes from Saint Gregory the Great, Saint Berard of Clairvaux, Johannes Trithemius, Pope Benedict XIV, Saint Louis the Pious, Saint Hildegrad of Bingen, and other writers to present the reader with alluring details of Saint Benedict’s life and his influence throughout history.    ![Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict](https://www.catholicmom.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Cross%20and%20Medal%20of%20Saint%20Benedict.jpg?width=980&height=1500&name=Cross%20and%20Medal%20of%20Saint%20Benedict.jpg)   ## A saint's life, miracles, and impact on history The arrangement of topics by Father Nixon methodically orders this book for easy reflection on the life and miracles of Saint Benedict, quote-worthy praise from other saints, the origin of Saint Benedict’s Order, and an in-depth analysis of Saint Benedict’s Medal. Though this book is a quick read, and small in size, it is packed full of enticing stories of Saint Benedict’s life, the miracles that transpired from his humble prayers, and the impact of Saint Benedict’s Medal even centuries after his death.   *[The Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict](https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-cross-and-medal-of-saint-benedict-a-mystical-sign-of-divine-power/), *compiled by Father Robert Nixon*,* is truly a blessing for readers as it offers a glimpse into the holy and industrious life of this great saint, but also quotes from additional persons greatly influenced by this holy man. The tenets of the Benedictine Order are not only geared towards the religious but can have great influence upon the laity in structuring their own rule of life, while living in the world. This brief, but captivating book, is an exquisite treasure and should be read by everyone who desires to learn more about Saint Benedict.    > The Rule of Saint Benedict is indeed the ‘narrow gate’ which leads all those who follow it to God! For it will teach you everything you need to know of discretion, good measure, and charity. (Saint Louis the Pious, Holy Roman Emperor, from his Exhortation of Eigel, Abbot of Fulda)     ![null](https://www.catholicmom.com/hs-fs/hubfs/20241015%20DHeckenkamp%20BOOK.png?width=1080&height=1080&name=20241015%20DHeckenkamp%20BOOK.png)   Ask for The Cross and Medal of Saint Benedict at your local Catholic bookseller, or order online from [Amazon.com](https://www.amazon.com/Cross-Medal-Saint-Benedict-Mystical/dp/1505122848) or the publisher, [TAN Books](https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-cross-and-medal-of-saint-benedict-a-mystical-sign-of-divine-power/).   Is this a book you'd like to read? Share your thoughts with the Catholic Mom community! 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