Vigilius the deacon.

Jerome of Stridon Jerome and Gennadius. Lives of Illustrious Men

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1 Chapter LII.

2 VigiliusFlourished about 430. the deacon. composed out of the traditions of the fathers a Rule for monks, which is accustomed to be read in the monastery for the profit of the assembled monks. It is written in condensed and clear language and covers the whole range of monastic duties.