St. Benedict Medals -The following is a partial list of the many pious purposes of the Medal of St. Benedict. 1. It wards off from both the soul and the body all dangers arising from the devil. 2. The Medal is powerful in obtaining for sinners the grace of conversion. 3. It obtains protection and aid for persons tormented by the evil spirit, and in temptations against holy purity. 4. It procures assistance in the hour of death. 5. It has often proved an efficacious remedy for bodily sufferings, and a means of protection against contagious diseases. 6. Expectant mothers have obtained special assistance for a safe delivery. 7. In time of storms, tempests and other dangers on land and sea it has been found to be a protection. 8. Even domestic animals have been visibly aided by it when infected with disease |