Romanus of Subiaco
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Romanus was a Christian monk whose monastery was located on the mountain above the cliff overhanging the cave near Subiaco. He met Benedict on his journey from Enfide and discussed Benedict's spiritual purpose with him. Romanus gave Benedict the monk's habit and advised him to become a hermit, serving as his spiritual guide.
When
- First attested
- 500 CE
- Attested period
- 500 – 500
- Historical notes
- Active around 500 CE when he guided Benedict to become a hermit at Subiaco.
Relationships
- teacher of
- Saint Benedict of Nursia
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“On his way from Enfide, Benedict met a monk, Romanus of Subiaco, whose monastery was on the mountain above the cliff overhanging the cave. Romanus discussed with Benedict the purpose which had brought him to Subiaco, and gave him the monk's habit.”
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