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Why did early christians develope symbols to identify themselves to each other?
They feared persecution for their faith
What were the three major activities of the Jesuits?
the three major activities of the Jesuits were:1. found superb schools through Europe.2. convert non-christians to catholicism3. stop the spread of Protestanism
Are Jesuits either Agents of God or French Imperialists?
It is much more correct to say that Jesuits are Agents of God. The Society of Jesus is a Catholic Order that saw fit to serve the Church by proactively teaching and converting Non-Christians to Catholicism.
What were the role of jesuits in the counter reformation?
The Jesuits played a crucial role in the Counter-Reformation by emphasizing education, engaging in missionary work, and promoting the Catholic faith. They established schools and universities, converted non-Christians in various parts of the world, and countered the spread of Protestantism through their activities. Overall, the Jesuits were instrumental in revitalizing and strengthening the Catholic Church during this period.
Which traditions did the Jesuits attempt to blend to Christianity?
Catholic AnswerSome Jesuits (by no means all) attempted to blend Indian and Chinese traditions with Christianity in the belief that there was goodness in all human desires towards God. This caused controversy among the Jesuits and consternation in Rome. from Encyclopedia.com:The Jesuits' frequent acceptance of non-European rituals as a means of expressing Catholic truths further emphasized their implicit belief in the goodness of human nature. Holding that nature, human and otherwise, was not intrinsically evil, the Jesuits granted greater latitude in the performance of certain indigenous practices by converts. Nobili in India and Ricci in China allowed those indigenous rituals not perceived as injurious to the faith. Reports of native Christians wearing Brahmin designations or Chinese converts bowing before ancestor tablets left some missionaries (including some Jesuits)and theologians disturbed. They feared such practices jeopardize the efficacious action of the sacraments or could lead to synchronistic and superstitious practices.
How were Jesuits different from the other European in Latin America?
Instead of killing the natives to gain land, the Jesuits made peace with them and gave them shelter in exchange for work and making them Christian.
What were the Jesuits members of?
Jesuits is another name for the Society of Jesus.
Who are prominent in higher education Catholics or Jesuits?
Jesuits are Catholics.
What has the author Pierre Du Jarric written?
Pierre Du Jarric has written: 'Akbar and the Jesuits' -- subject(s): Biography, History, Jesuits, Kings and rulers, Missions 'Jahangir and the Jesuits' -- subject(s): History, Jesuits, Journeys, Missions, Relations with Jesuits
Are all Jesuits of Basque descent?
No, not all Jesuits are of Basque descent. However, the founder of the Jesuits, Ignatius of Loyola was of Basque descent.
What did the Jesuits do in the colonies?
The Jesuits preached the Gospel, and educated the youth in the Colonies.
Are the jesuits the united pentecostal church?
No. The Jesuits are associated with the Catholic church.
