The Life of Our Most Holy Father St. Benedict 92Chapter L.

Of the Brethren who work at a great distance from the Oratory, or are on a journey.

T he Brethren who work at a great distance; and, in the Abbot's judgment, are unable to come to the Oratory in due time, shall fall upon their knees in the place where they are labouring, and there perform the Work of God with divine fear. Also, those who are sent on a journey shall not allow the appointed hours to pass by, but perform them on the way as they are best able, and omit not to accomplish their task of Divine Service.