ISBN: 9781528138659 - la compagnie de jésus: esquisse de son institut et de son histoire (1521-1773) (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a groundbreaking analysis of the founding and early history of the Society of Jesus, commonly known as the Jesuits. The author draws upon original sources to provide a comprehensive account of the life of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the order, and the development of its foundational principles. The book sets the rise of the Jesuits within the broader context of the Catholic Reformation and explores the order's innovative organizational structure, which emphasizes obedience and a hierarchical system of governance. The author delves into the motivations and methods of the early Jesuits, highlighting their emphasis on education and missionary work. The book further examines the complex relationship between the Jesuits and the Catholic Church, discussing both the order's contributions to the church's renewal and the controversies it faced along the way. Ultimately, this book offers a nuanced and insightful look at the formative years of the Jesuits, shedding light on their lasting impact on the religious and intellectual landscape of the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…