St. Thibaud de Marly, also known as Theobald, was born into the French nobility during the 12th century. He was brought up in a life of privilege and comfort, but as he grew older, he felt an increasing call towards a more spiritual existence. Renouncing the worldly life and all his possessions, Thibaud resolved to dedicate his life to God. Thibaud entered the Cistercian Order, a monastic...