Add a perfect touch of class to any ensemble with this delightful Medallions Pendant made with Sterling Silver which is unique and brilliant. This St. Benedict Medallion is made from Solid Sterling Silver and comes Oxidized to Highlight the Details. It has the depiction of St. Benedict holding a Scroll on the front and embossed with a Cross at the back. It comes with an 18" Thin Box Chain. Benedict's purpose may be gleaned from his Rule, namely that "Christ ... may bring us all together to life eternal. His main achievement is his "Rule", containing precepts for his monks. It is heavily influenced by the writings of John Cassian and shows a strong affinity with the Rule of the Master. But it also has a unique spirit of balance, moderation, and reasonableness, and this persuaded most religious communities founded throughout the Middle Ages to adopt it. As a result, the Rule of Benedict became one of the most influential religious rules in Western Christendom. For this reason, Benedict is often called the Founder of Western Christian Monasticism.