Listen "The Life of Saint Bruno"
Episode Synopsis
Step into the mysterious world of Saint Bruno, the hidden founder of the Carthusian Order, whose life of silence, prayer, and mystical visions reshaped the Church forever. Born in Cologne in 1030, Bruno rose to become one of the greatest scholars of his age—yet he walked away from prestige, power, and even the archbishop’s throne to pursue a life no one else dared: solitude in the wilderness.In this episode, you’ll hear vivid stories of Bruno’s childhood experiences with the Holy Spirit, the terrifying vision that led to his radical conversion, and the breathtaking founding of the first Carthusian hermits in the remote mountains of Chartreuse. Discover how this man, once teacher to popes and admired across Christendom, became a quiet mystic whose words and way of life still inspire monks and seekers nearly a thousand years later.If you’ve ever wondered what it means to truly abandon everything for God, or how silence and solitude can lead to the deepest joy, this is an episode you can’t miss.👉 Perfect for fans of saint biographies, Catholic spirituality, mystical prayer, and the hidden history of the Church.
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