MAURE (saint). Maurus of Subiaco, fl. sixth century A.D., was one of Benedict's pupils at Monte Cassino and became his trusted companion (Gregory, Dialogues II [PL 66: 142, 144-150]). Because he was the patron saint of charcoal burners and because of his name, which means "black," he is sometimes painted as a black man.

The Monk disregards the rule of St. Maure and St. Benedight because it is somewhat strict, Gen Prol 173-176. [Benedight: Gregorie]

Maure, the French variant, occurs medially, Gen Prol 173.