The Autobiography of St. Ignatius - Softcover

Of Loyola, Saint Ignatius

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1536977896 ISBN 13: 9781536977899

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2016

Synopsis

The Autobiography of St. Ignatius is an account of his life. Saint Ignatius of Loyola, SJ (October 23, 1491 – July 31, 1556) was a Spanish knight from a local Basque noble family, hermit, priest since 1537, and theologian, who founded the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). He died in July 1556, was beatified by Pope Paul V in 1609, canonized by Pope Gregory XV in 1622, and declared patron of all spiritual retreats by Pope Pius XI in 1922. Ignatius' feast day is celebrated on July 31. Ignatius is a foremost patron saint of soldiers, the Society of Jesus, the Basque Country, and the provinces of Gipuzkoa and Biscay. This volume also contains St. Ignatius’ work for education and his educational plan.

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Saint Ignatius of Loyola, SJ (October 23, 1491 – July 31, 1556) was a Spanish knight from a local Basque noble family, hermit, priest since 1537, and theologian, who founded the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) and, on 19 April 1541, became its first Superior General. Ignatius emerged as a religious leader during the Counter-Reformation. Loyola's devotion to the Catholic Church was characterized by absolute obedience to the Pope.

About this edition

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1536977896
• ISBN 13: 9781536977899
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 80
• Editor: O'Conor J. F. X.