St. Ignatius of Loyola founded the Society of Jesus, commonly known as the Jesuits, in 1540. This religious community was established with a focus on education, missionary work, and the spiritual formation of its members. The Jesuits have played a significant role in the Catholic Church's efforts in education and evangelization globally.
Saint Ignatius Loyola began the Society of Jesus, also known as the Jesuits, in 1540. The Jesuits are a religious order of the Catholic Church known for their emphasis on education, missionary work, and service.
St. Ignatius Loyola was the founder of the Jesuit order, or "Society of Jesus" (S.J.).
The Society of Jesus, aka the Jesuits
Saint Ignatius Loyola began the religious community known as the Society of Jesus, also called the Jesuits. Founded in 1540, the Jesuits emphasize education, missionary work, and service to others as core principles of their order.
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