“It is proper to ask for sorrow with Christ in sorrow, anguish with Christ in anguish, tears and deep grief because of the great affliction Christ endures for me.”
Quote by Ignatius of Loyola
Work
The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius: A New Translation Based on Studies in the Language of the Autograph
The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius is a foundational work in the Catholic spiritual tradition. This new translation aims to capture the essence of the original text, providing readers with a contemporary understanding of St. Ignatius' spiritual guidance. more
Author
Ignatius of Loyola
Ignatius of Loyola, born on October 23, 1491, and died on July 31, 1556, was a renowned hermit and the founder of the Society of Jesus, also known as the Jesuits. After a career as a soldier, he experienced a profound spiritual conversion following a battle injury. He founded the Jesuits, an order dedicated to educating well-rounded priests, and established a rigorous rule of life for the order. Ignatius's spiritual exercises have had a lasting impact on the lives of many, and he is revered as a saint and patron of the Catholic Church. more