Ignatius Of Loyola was born on October 23, 1491 in Spain. Founder of the Society of Jesus who acted as its first Superior General and also was a Spanish knight, hermit, priest, and theologian. During the Counter-Reformation, he gained prominence as a religious leader.
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About
Founder of the Society of Jesus who acted as its first Superior General and also was a Spanish knight, hermit, priest, and theologian. During the Counter-Reformation, he gained prominence as a religious leader.
Before Fame
He was struck by a cannonball when the French Army stormed Pamplona's fortress in 1521.
Trivia
He was beatified by Pope Paul V in 1609 and canonized in 1622 by Pope Gregory XV.
Family Life
He was the 13th of 13 children born to a Basque family.
Associated With
Pope Francis was a notable Jesuit of the Society of Jesus.
