This account of the life of St. Ignatius, dictated by himself to Father Gonzalez, is a most valuable record of the great Founder of the Society of Jesus. It, more than any other work, gives an insight into the spiritual life of St. Ignatius. Few works in ascetical literature, except the writings of St. Teresa and St. Augustine, impart such a knowledge of the soul.The saint in his narrative always refers to himself in the third person, and this mode of speech has here been retained. Many pe...

This account of the life of St. Ignatius, dictated by himself to Father Gonzalez, is a most valuable record of the great Founder of the Society of Jesus. It, more than any other work, gives an insight into the spiritual life of St. Ignatius. Few works in ascetical literature, except the writings of St. Teresa and St. Augustine, impart such a knowledge of the soul.The saint in his narrative always refers to himself in the third person, and this mode of speech has here been retained. Many pe...

This account of the life of St. Ignatius, dictated by himself to Father Gonzalez, is a most valuable record of the great Founder of the Society of Jesus. It, more than any other work, gives an insight into the spiritual life of St. Ignatius. Few works in ascetical literature, except the writings of St. Teresa and St. Augustine, impart such a knowledge of the soul.The saint in his narrative always refers to himself in the third person, and this mode of speech has here been retained. Many pe...

These are the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, a plan of contemplation to be carried out over about a month. St. Ignatius of Loyola (1419-1556) was the founder of the Jesuits, and was canonized by Pope Gregory XV in 1622. He published the Spiritual Exercises in 1548. The Exercises were intended for use by someone who would be conducting a retreat and are a series of notes on methods and things to cover. As such they read more like a manual and overview than a devotional book ...

Is it time to take your spiritual pulse, re-orient yourself to your Creator, and seek His guidance to live your faith more seriously?The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola outline the rigorous self-examination and spiritual meditations St. Ignatius set forth. Readers will learn how to make a new beginning on the path to holiness, repenting of their sins and attaining freedom from Satan's power. Though St. Ignatius wrote The Spiritual Exercises as a handbook for a four week guide...

The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, (composed from 1522-1524) are a set of Christian meditations, prayers and mental exercises, divided into four thematic 'weeks' of variable length, designed to be carried out over a period of 28 to 30 days. They were composed with the intention of helping the retreatant to discern Jesus in his life, leading then to a personal commitment to follow him. Though the underlying spiritual outlook is Catholic, the exercises are often made nowadays...

Skyros Publishing is dedicated to reproducing the finest books ever written and letting readers of all ages experience a classic for the first time or revisit a past favorite.St. Ignatius of Loyola was a priest and theologian who founded the Society of Jesus. Ignatius was one of the religious leaders of the Counter-Reformation and his writings remain influential. The Spiritual Exercises are a collection of Christian prayers, meditations, and mental exercises to help strengthen our ...

On March 13, 2013, for the first time, a member of the Society of Jesus--the Jesuits--was chosen by the College of Cardinals to be pope.  As a Jesuit, Pope Francis draws upon the rich spiritual heritage of the order founded by St. Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556).  In his autobiography, St. Ignatius provides an account of his conversion from a glory-seeking soldier to his founding of an army of men dedicated to the pope and the Church.  Through the account of his spiritual jou...

Written in the 16th Century by the founder of the Jesuits, « The Spiritual exercices of St. Ignatius of Loyola » is a real masterpiece and one of the best meditation books.

This "do-it-yourself" retreat is ideal for use at home or away. No flipping and or getting lost - pick the day, go to the hour, do the exercise! Simple, easy, in order ... Your special Illustrated & Annotated edition includes — + Brand new Exclusive Ink Carving™ Illustrations by generative artist Rolf Jansen highlighting Meditation of the Spiritual Exercises – 11 in total! + Treatise on the “Ferocity of the Jesuits” with reference to Luther + The Spiritual Exercises – Since 1990 – Harvard ...

The Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of Loyola, written between 1522 and 1524, are a set of meditations, contemplations and prayers by Saint Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuits. They are divided into four thematic parts and composed with the intention of helping participants in religious retreats to discern the will of God in their lives.

The founder of the Jesuit order, Ignatius of Loyola, wrote a type of testaments for Catholics: Spiritual Exercises - a collection of Christian prayers and meditations that encourage reflection on God.The book serves as a practical manual: presenting a schedule of prayers, tests of conscience, prayers, and contemplative exercises for 30 days.Today, these practices serve not only Catholics but any person seeking to improve the state of one's spirit. Just as daily exercise impro...