The Little One | The Life of St. Benilde
Summary
TLDRThe video tells the inspiring story of St. Benilde de Lasalle, born in 1805, who despite his short stature, dedicated his life to education and service. As a Christian Brother, he excelled in teaching and was deeply respected by students and parents. His unwavering devotion led him to establish schools and inspire many to religious life. After overcoming health challenges, he passed away in 1862 and was later beatified and proclaimed the patron saint of vocations.
Takeaways
- ๐ Saint Benilde was born on June 14, 1805, and was initially named Pierre Roman Soul.
- ๐จโ๐พ Pierre's childhood was spent between farm work and learning religious teachings from his mother.
- ๐ At 12, Pierre received his First Holy Communion, which solidified his faith.
- ๐ซ Despite his father's objections, Pierre decided to pursue a religious vocation at a Christian school.
- ๐ Pierre excelled in his studies and was accepted into the novitiate at 14, taking the name Brother Benilde.
- ๐ Benilde was an exceptional student and teacher, known for his patience and dedication to helping others learn.
- ๐๏ธ He faced personal tragedy with the death of his mother and siblings, but remained committed to his vocation.
- ๐ The July Revolution impacted Benilde's work, requiring him to pass an exam to continue teaching.
- ๐ Benilde was sent to various schools, where he gained experience and was loved by students and parents.
- ๐จโ๐ฆ He was particularly devoted to his work, even turning down his father's pleas to stay home and manage the family land.
- ๐ซ In 1839, Benilde was appointed as director and principal of a brother school in Belgium, where he was highly respected.
- ๐ค Brother Benilde formed close bonds with other brothers, particularly Brother NAB, who was a source of guidance and support.
- ๐ฅ He was known for his diplomatic skills, managing financial controversies and maintaining a high standard of education.
- ๐ฅ Benilde faced serious health issues, including paralysis and liver cancer, which eventually ended his mission.
- ๐๏ธ He passed away on August 13, 1862, and was beatified in 1958, later proclaimed the patron saint of vocations in 1967.
Q & A
Who was Benilde born as and when?
-Benilde was born as Pierre Roman Soul on June 14, 1805.
What was Benilde's childhood like?
-Benilde's childhood was split between helping his father and older brother in the fields, and learning from his mother who introduced him to the Bible and its prayers and passages.
At what age did Benilde receive his First Holy Communion?
-Benilde received his First Holy Communion when he was 12 years old.
What event inspired Benilde to become a brother?
-Seeing the devotion and discipline of the Brothers of the Christian Schools praying in a noisy crowd inspired Benilde to become a brother.
How did Benilde's father react to his decision to become a brother?
-Benilde's father was not pleased with his decision and insisted that they needed him in the fields, but there was no talking Benilde out of it.
At what age was Benilde accepted into the novitiate?
-Benilde was 14 years old when he was accepted into the novitiate.
What was Benilde's first assignment after becoming a Christian brother?
-Benilde's first assignment was as a Christian brother in Orlรฉans, France.
How did the July Revolution affect Benilde's teaching career?
-The July Revolution led to a new system where any brother who wanted to teach had to pass an exam. Benilde passed without much difficulty and received his certificate on October 8, 1831.
What was the significance of the feast day of St. Michael the Archangel for Benilde?
-On the feast day of St. Michael the Archangel, Benilde arrived in Seoul with two brothers to open a new school.
What challenges did Benilde face in his role as a school director?
-Benilde faced challenges such as the school building being incomplete and lacking furniture, managing a large influx of students of varying ages and backgrounds, and dealing with health issues that eventually led to his inability to teach and manage the school simultaneously.
How did Benilde's health condition affect his work?
-Benilde's health condition, which included paralysis in his left shoulder and a serious attack that left him speechless and bedridden for a year, forced him to give up teaching and managing the school simultaneously.
What was the cause of Benilde's death?
-Benilde died from liver cancer on August 13, 1862.
What honor was bestowed upon Benilde after his death?
-Benilde was beatified in 1958 by Pope Pius XII and proclaimed the patron saint of vocations on October 29, 1967.
Outlines
๐ Early Life and Vocation of St. Benilde
St. Benilde, born on June 14, 1805, was named Pierre Roman Soul and was the second son of a farming family in France. His childhood was a mix of farm work and learning from his mother, who taught him about the Bible. At 12, he received his First Holy Communion, which strengthened his faith. A year later, inspired by the devotion of praying brothers amidst a noisy crowd, Pierre decided to follow a religious path despite his father's objections. He pursued studies at a Christian school and eventually entered the novitiate at 14, taking the name Benilde. He excelled in his studies and was known for his patience and help to struggling students. Tragedy struck with the death of his mother and sisters, but he remained committed to his vocation. He received his first assignment in Orlรฉans and over the next 20 years, taught in various schools, becoming a respected and skilled educator.
๐ Teaching and Challenges in the Lasallian Institute
During the July Revolution, the Lasallian brothers had to adapt to a new system where teaching required passing an exam. Benilde passed with ease and continued his teaching career. He faced personal loss with the death of his siblings but remained steadfast in his vocation. As director and principal of a school in Belgium, he was highly respected by teachers, parents, and students. His nephew Jean, however, was a troublemaker who ran away from school. Benilde's reputation as an educator grew, and he was sent to open a new school in Seoul. Despite finding the school building incomplete, he managed to get it up and running. He was known for his patience and skill in teaching, even to a deaf young man who wanted to receive his first communion.
๐ซ Establishing a School in Seoul and Recognition
Benilde arrived in Seoul on the feast day of St. Michael the Archangel in 1841 and was welcomed with a grand celebration. He faced initial challenges with the school's incomplete construction but managed to get it operational. The school saw a large influx of students of varying ages and backgrounds. Benilde was known for his exceptional teaching and administrative skills, earning him a medal from the mayor. He was also recognized for his diplomatic handling of financial controversies. His dedication to education and his life inspired many young men to join the priesthood and religious life. Despite health issues, including paralysis and liver cancer, Benilde continued his mission until his death in 1862. His death was mourned by many, and he was later beatified and proclaimed the patron saint of vocations.
๐ Legacy and Honoring St. Benilde
This paragraph seems to be a collection of applause and music cues from the video, indicating a celebration or commemoration of St. Benilde's life and work. It likely includes a tribute or a ceremony honoring his contributions to education and religious life. The paragraph does not provide specific details but serves as a conclusion to the narrative, emphasizing the enduring impact and legacy of St. Benilde.
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Keywords
๐กPatron Saint of Vacations
๐กFirst Holy Communion
๐กVocation
๐กNovitiate
๐กLasallian Brothers Institute
๐กChristian Brothers
๐กDe La Salle
๐กFeast Day of St. Michael the Archangel
๐กBrother Nabor
๐กFirst Communion for the Deaf
๐กBeatification
Highlights
Born and baptized on June 14, 1805, Benilde was named after his father, John Roman Soul.
Benilde's childhood was split between farm work and religious education from his mother.
At 12, Benilde received his First Holy Communion, strengthening his faith.
Inspired by the devotion of others, Benilde decided to become a brother at 13.
Despite his father's objections, Benilde pursued his vocation and studied at a Christian school.
At 14, Benilde was accepted into the novitiate and took his first step as a brother.
Benilde excelled in his studies and was ahead of his class.
Concerns about his height did not deter Benilde from his path.
Benilde's father pleaded with him to stay and care for the land, but he remained committed to his vocation.
Benilde received his first assignment as a Christian brother at the age of 21.
He taught at various schools, becoming more skilled and effective as an educator.
The July revolution led to changes, requiring brothers to pass exams to teach.
Benilde passed the exam and received his teaching certificate in 1831.
Benilde was assigned as director and school principal, earning respect from teachers, parents, and students.
He was known for his patience, helping students who struggled.
Benilde's diplomatic handling of financial controversies enhanced his reputation.
He studied sign language to help a deaf young man receive his first communion.
Benilde's dedication to his work inspired hundreds to consider religious life.
Health issues, including liver cancer, eventually forced Benilde to give up teaching.
Benilde passed away on August 13, 1862, with a large funeral procession.
A woman was reportedly healed during Benilde's funeral procession.
Benilde was beatified in 1958 and proclaimed patron saint of vocations in 1967.
St. Benilde's legacy continues to inspire at St. Benilde delassalle College.
Transcripts
[Music]
today when usually the name video
in school spring to mind but who was the
man
before school was named after him before
he was declared a saint
he was known as the patron saint on
vacations
born and baptized on June 14 1805 he was
first named as pure human song of the
REA France he is the second son of John
Roman soul and and shotty young Pierre's
childhood was split between helping his
father and older brother in the fields
and learning what his mother had to
teach her children she introduced them
to the Bible and its prayers and
passages years pass and as all children
do the Roman song kids grew up as well
Pierre grew up too but not that much but
this never really troubled him it was
learning and studying that occupied his
mind on most days he received his First
Holy Communion when he was 12
strengthening the faith his mother
instilled in him it was a year later
when peers faith played a big role in a
decision that shaped the rest of his
life
I was amazed to find them praying even
in the noisy crowd their devotion
discipline was inspiring seeing them
made me want to be like them a brother
Pierre soon made his decision known but
this news did not sit well with his
father we need you in the fields Pierre
your brother and I cannot do without you
but there was no talking Pierre out of
it he would become a brother he asked
his parents to at least let him study at
a nearby Christian school in Rio they
agreed at the end of his 16 month stay
he proved to be an excellent student end
with his teachers recommendations his
parents let him pursue his chosen
vocation he was 14 when he was accepted
into the novitiate
with his entry to the school young
Pierre was given the name the kneeled
now took his first step as a brother
Benilde applied himself to his studies
and was soon ahead of his class though
he was a great student the brothers were
concerned with his height but this
concern did not laugh what he lacks in
height he compensated by patiently
helping students who struggled even as a
novice he did ordinary things
extraordinarily well near the time of
his graduation Benilde was called home
because his mother died three years
earlier his two younger sisters died
merely a week apart it was during this
sad time at home that his father first
pleaded to him your brother Annette is
off fighting Marie is living in a
convent and annie has her own family
won't you stay in care for our land son
it was not an easy decision for young
Benilde
but he could not be torn from his
vocation on December 28th 921 Benilde
received his first assignment as a
Christian brother he was sent to Orie
ACK and over the next twenty years he
would be assigned to various schools in
moola Amogh clef Rome and
to teach and gain experience at each
location he would handle an older batch
of students he became more skilled and
effective as an educator he was well
loved and respected by his students and
their parents the July revolution broke
out when the yield was 25 years old
Charles the 10th had stepped down from
the throne and a new system was
introduced the Lasallian brothers
Institute had to surrender some of its
privileges now any brother who wanted to
teach had to pass an exam the kneeled
pass without much difficulty and
received his certificate on October 8
1831
twice during his travels he had to go
home to mourn for the deaths of the rest
of his siblings each time he was called
home his father asked him to stay and
every time his answer was the same on
the third plead since the death of his
mother been healed responded I prefer my
vocation to that of an emperor his
devotion to his calling was so strong
that it could not be bent
he gave us much comfort as he could
before leaving but that was the last
time he saw his father he was assigned
as director and school principal of the
brother school in beiong in September
1839 teachers and parents respected him
while children adored him except for one
Jean Morton his own nephew they say but
Jean had run away from school one day
and found his way back to the Ray it was
Vanille own father who brought
Jean back to be on with the intention to
see his son unfortunately the kneeled
had just left when they arrived brother
Benilde
he just left for Seoul I hear the
brothers wanting to open a new school
there is that so opening a new school
they must think very highly of him
oh yes they do even here no one is more
well loved or respected than brother
Benilde he told me how to read and write
and for that I will always be grateful
it was on the feast day of st. Michael
the Archangel on September 1841 when
Benilde
arrived in Seoul with two brothers it
was a grand celebration
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contrary to what was agreed upon the
brothers arrived to find the school
building incomplete and sadly lacking in
furniture
it took an additional month to get
things settled when the school opened
there was a large influx of students
each class included boys as young as 12
some 20 and some married with families
more brothers came to help handle the
classes one of them became very close to
burger Benilde
his name was brother NAB or Victor a big
man with a strength to match but he was
at heart a gentle giant the description
was far from a joke once as they
traveled together two sheepdogs startled
the Horus Benilde was riding the boar
Crickley grabbed the horse and got it to
settle down another time it was a bull
they just came from visiting a sick man
when a girl of charge at them brother in
a boar Victor protected brother been
healed
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ass thanks for saving his life
Ben yield paid for knob or and became a
great source of guidance in the Boris
life as a brother every day matters of
the school occupied by Nields daily life
he taught classes and there were times
that his limit was tested he sometimes
had to turn a blind eye and pray just to
calm himself he was not known to ignore
anyone who was willing to learn one day
he was told about a deaf young man who
wanted to receive his first communion
Benilde immediately studied sign
language soon the young man had learned
all the prayers in order to qualify for
the right Benilde diplomatic handling of
the town's financial controversy added
to his reputation as a wise
administrator exceptional teacher faith
filled catechist helpful supervisor
strong disciplinarian and exemplary
religious
overall been kneeled loved and was loved
for his work as a school director his
efforts were not ignored the mayor
himself came to award him a medal during
one of his classes and proceeded to
repeat the ceremony through all the
classrooms the day was even announced as
a holiday Benilde would say my only
thought is to do my duty as best as I
can and it was the same expectation he
applied to the brothers under his care
he was strict with them but also very
concerned the best-known story was one
about two brothers on their way back
from taking their exams the weather had
turned harsh and delayed their return
they braved the storm the next day only
to find it worse during this time
Benilde kept vigil and lit a light to
guide the brothers home when they
arrived they collapsed into bean yields
arms from sheer exhaustion the quality
of education he offered and the example
of his life inspired hundreds of young
men to the priesthood and religious life
it is claimed that more than 300
vocations to the brothers came out of
Seoul while he was there during the
school's early days brother Benilde
taught and managed the school
simultaneously it was health and
pressure which forced him to give up
doing both at the same time his
Madison became more troubling as it
started to cause paralysis in his left
shoulder a serious attack once left him
speechless and unable to rise from a bed
for a year but it was in 1861 that a
diagnosis of liver cancer spelled the
end of his mission brother Bernie last
visit to the church was with brother LC
smiley on their way back Benilde said
that is the last time someone will lead
me to the church the next time they'll
be carrying me in the holy man passed
away on August 13 1862 the news of his
death made many weep openly students
vied for the honor of carrying his
coffin
and countryside were there despite the
story
the people were impulsive both rich and
poor even the mayor was there
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and asked the procession progressed a
crippled woman was healed when brother
Binion's coffin passed by she was able
to move her limbs and eventually walked
with other people to the cemetery
brother Benilde was buried on august 15
on the Feast of the Assumption
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in 1958 he was beatified by Pope Pius
the 12th he was proclaimed patron saint
of vocations on October 29 1967
first question brother after delassalle
to be given the honour inspired by the
life of st. Benilde delassalle college
of st. Benilde continues its journey
towards an inclusive and innovative
community and just like st. Benilde each
Pavilion is called to do ordinary things
extraordinarily well
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