Medal of S. Bento - Golden Rim

This pendant is made up of the famous Saint Benedict medal. It is believed to bring protection from physical and spiritual evils and evil temptations.

The history of the Saint Benedict medal

St. Benedict often used the sign of the cross. He used it as a form of protection, salvation and affirmation of the life and work of Jesus. One of the facts reported is the episode in which a poisoned chalice breaks when the sign of the cross is made over it. The sign of the cross was recommended by Saint Benedict to everyone who was going through some affliction or evil temptation.

In the 17th century, in Nattenberg, Bavaria, some women accused of witchcraft claimed to have been unsuccessful in reaching the Benedictine monastery at Metten. Upon investigation of the fact, it was found that inside, on the walls, were marked several crosses with some mysterious acronyms. After a few years and more research in libraries, in the 20th century the mystery was unraveled. It is believed that it was the power of the crosses and abbreviations inscribed on the walls that protected the monastery.

Latin translation on the front of the medal:
Eius in obitu nostro presentia muniamur. “May your presence protect us at the hour of our death”.