A letter to the monks of the Grande Chartreuse

In a letter to the monks of the Grande Chartreuse, Bruno praises the community for their commitment to moral rectitude and Christian maturity. Writing to his brothers, Bruno expresses joy regarding their resolve to follow a commendable path of life, which he describes as having reached a secure and quiet anchorage away from the dangers of the world.

Bruno notes that while many people attempt to join the monks or seek similar grace, others are prevented from doing so by the will of God. He warns that anyone who experiences such spiritual goodness and subsequently loses it will face lifelong grief. While celebrating the virtues of the monks, Bruno also contrasts their spiritual success with his own struggles with sin.