Theobald
was the son of Bouchard of Montmorency, one of the most illustrious
families of Europe. They were constables of France, marshals, admirals,
cardinals, grand officers of the crown and grand masters of various
knightly orders.
And yet Theobald is called the “great ornament” of the family of Montmorency.
He
was born in the family castle of Marly, highly educated and trained as a
knight. He served for a time in the court of King Phillip Augustus II,
but showed a strong inclination to a state of retirement. Even at court
he spent a long time in prayer and often visited the church at the
convent of Port Royal founded by a relative, and which his father
largely endowed.
Theobald took the Cistercian habit at
Vaux-de-Cernay in 1220 and was chosen abbot in 1235. He lived in his
monastery as the servant of all, surpassing others in his love of
poverty, silence and prayer.
He was known to King St. Louis IX who held him in high esteem and veneration.
Theobald died on December 8, 1247.
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
St. Theobald of Marly
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