St Benedict founded his monastery in Italy in which year?
A800
B1066
C529
D910
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 529
1. Cluny in Burgundy followed in 910.
2. St Benedict's house dates to 529.
3. Monks vowed prayer, study and manual labour.
_Source: syllabus Themes in World History, Theme 6, The Three Orders._
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