History Of The Life And Institute Of St. Ignatius De Loyola V1: Founder Of The Society Of Jesus (1855)

The book ""History Of The Life And Institute Of St. Ignatius De Loyola V1: Founder Of The Society Of Jesus (1855)"" by Bartoli, Daniello is a comprehensive biography of St. Ignatius de Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering the life and teachings of St. Ignatius, while the second volume focuses on the history and development of the Society of Jesus.The author, Daniello Bartoli, was an Italian Jesuit priest and historian who lived in the 17th century. He wrote this book as a tribute to St. Ignatius and his contributions to the Catholic Church. The book is considered to be one of the most authoritative biographies of St. Ignatius and is widely read by scholars and students of Catholic history.The first volume of the book covers St. Ignatius' early life, his conversion to Catholicism, and his experiences as a soldier and pilgrim. It also delves into his spiritual journey, including his time spent in prayer and meditation, and his eventual decision to found the Society of Jesus. The author provides a detailed account of St. Ignatius' teachings, including his famous Spiritual Exercises, which are still used today by Jesuits and other Catholics as a guide to prayer and contemplation.The second volume of the book focuses on the history of the Society of Jesus, from its founding in 1540 to the time of the author's writing in the mid-17th century. It covers the growth and expansion of the Society, including its missionary work in Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The author also discusses the controversies and challenges faced by the Society, including its conflicts with other religious orders and its role in the Counter-Reformation.Overall, ""History Of The Life And Institute Of St. Ignatius De Loyola V1: Founder Of The Society Of Jesus (1855)"" is a comprehensive and detailed biography of one of the most important figures in Catholic history. It provides a fascinating insight into the life and teachings of St. Ignatius, as well as the history and development of the Society of Jesus.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.