14Kt St Benedict MedalMeasures 5 8". 14 karat gold St Benedict Medal, gift boxed. No chain included. Benedict was the twin Brother of Saint Scholastica. While studying in Rome, he fled to the mountains to live in a cave. He fled because he was frustrated with the lack of discipline that his fellow students had. He founded the monastery at Monte Casinno and wrote the "rule" of his order there. Benedict had the ability to read consciences, prophesy and defend against attacks