The Watch

Essays and guides for men keeping vigil — prayer, the saints, and the hard work of conversion.

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Jul 28, 2026 · 3 min
The Letters on the St. Benedict Medal, Decoded
What every letter on the St. Benedict medal means — Latin, English, Metten Abbey, and why it is a sacramental, not a charm.