Key insights

• ⛪ Pierre was inspired by the devotion and discipline of religious brothers
• 📚 Studying at a nearby Christian school in Rio
• 📏 Benilde compensated for his height by helping struggling students
• 🌍 The July revolution brought changes in Benilde's life
• 👨‍🏫 Brother Benilde's commitment to teaching
• 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Family challenges and unwavering dedication to his calling
• 🛡️ Brother NAB or Victor showed protective nature in challenging situations
• 🌟 Brother Benilde's dedication left a lasting impact

Q&A

• What health issues did Brother Benilde face, and how was he remembered after his passing?

  Brother Benilde suffered from medical conditions like paralysis and liver cancer. His death was mourned by many, and he was eventually recognized as a saint. He was also proclaimed the patron saint of vocations.

• How did Brother Benilde leave a lasting impact through his role as an educator and administrator?

  Brother Benilde learned sign language to help a deaf student, resolved financial controversies, inspired numerous vocations to priesthood and religious life, and managed the school while teaching simultaneously. His dedication to duty and compassion for his students left a lasting impact.

• What challenges did Brother Benilde encounter upon arriving in Seoul and what are some key aspects of his character depicted in the story?

  Brother Benilde arrived in Seoul with two brothers to establish a school. They settled in and handled classes with a large influx of students despite challenges. Additionally, the story shows Brother NAB's close relationship with Benilde and his protective nature in various challenging situations.

• What does the story reveal about Brother Benilde's dedication amidst personal loss and family struggles?

  The story portrays Brother Benilde's unwavering dedication to his vocation despite personal loss and family struggles. It highlights his commitment to teaching, personal sacrifices, respect and admiration from colleagues and students, and his unwavering dedication to his calling.

• How did Benilde become a respected educator, and what personal struggles did he face?

  Benilde was an excellent student who became a skilled and respected educator, despite personal tragedies. He persevered in his vocation and was well loved by students and parents. He also faced personal challenges but compensated with a commitment to helping struggling students.

• Who was Pierre and what influenced his decision to become a brother?

  Pierre grew up in France and was influenced by his mother's teachings. Despite his father's objections, he decided to become a brother after being inspired by the devotion and discipline of religious brothers.

• 00:31 Pierre was a devout child who grew up in France and was influenced by his mother's teachings. He decided to become a brother despite his father's initial objections, and went on to study at a nearby Christian school.
• 02:38 Benilde applied himself to his studies, became a skilled educator, and was well loved by students and parents despite personal tragedies. The July revolution brought changes.
• 04:53 The story follows Brother Benilde's unwavering dedication to his vocation amidst personal loss and family struggles.
• 06:47 Brother Benilde arrived in Seoul with two brothers to find an incomplete school, but with dedication, they settled in and handled classes with an influx of students. Brother NAB or Victor became close to Benilde and they encountered challenges together, showing NAB's protective nature.
• 09:10 Brother Benilde was a devoted educator and administrator who learned sign language to help a deaf student, resolved financial controversies, and inspired numerous vocations to priesthood and religious life. His dedication to duty and compassion for his students left a lasting impact.
• 11:13 Brother Benilde suffered from Madison, paralysis, and liver cancer, but his death was mourned by many and he was eventually recognized as a saint.