Feast of Beato Pietro II, Abate di Cava

The Historic Abbey of La Trinità della Cava,
where Blessed Peter II served as Abbot,
by James Duffield Harding (1833)

March 13th is the Feast of Blessed Peter II of La Cava (d. 1208), a Benedictine monk and abbot of the Abbey of La Trinità della Cava in Cava de’ Tirreni, Salerno. Known for his holiness, wisdom, and prudent leadership, he guided the monastery during a period of spiritual growth and stability.

As abbot, he strengthened monastic discipline, fostered learning, and upheld the Benedictine ideals of prayer and community life. Revered for his virtue and devotion, he came to be venerated locally as Blessed.

His legacy remains closely tied to the historic Abbey of La Cava, where his life of humility and faithful service continues to inspire the monastic community.

Evviva Beato Pietro II, abate di Cava!

In celebration of his feast, we offer this prayer:

Prayer to Blessed Peter II of La Cava

O God, who gave to Your Church Blessed Peter II of La Cava as a model of monastic life and devotion, grant through his intercession that we may live in faith, hope, and charity, seeking to serve You above all things. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen