The image for my blog is of monks of the Order of St. Jerome, also known as Hieronymites. They began as a community of hermits in the 13th century at about the same time as the Carmelites. My habit is similar to the Hieronymites' so here I post them; and also to let you know about them too! I was introduced to the Order through their former monastery, now UNESCO World Heritage Site, the 'Mosteiro do Jeronimos' (Monastery of the Hieronymites) in Lisbon, Portual (See below):
Check them out at:
http://www3.planalfa.es/msmparral/menu.htm ,
in Spanish only.
Also at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hieronymite :)
Check them out at:
http://www3.planalfa.es/msmparral/menu.htm ,
in Spanish only.
Also at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hieronymite :)