The Suppression and Restoration of the Society of Jesus

The suppression of the Society of Jesus began in the Summer of 1773 when Pope Clement XIV - bowing to pressure from the royal courts of Portugal, France, and Spain - issued a Papal “brief” ordering Jesuits throughout the world to renounce their vows and go into exile. The Society of Jesus was restored by Pope Pius VII, a Benedictine, on August 7, 1814.

Suppression of the Society of Jesus

Restoration of the Society of Jesus

• Watch this brief video as Matt Dunch, S.J., discusses the restoration of the Society of Jesus (5 minutes)
• Website on the Restoration developed by the British Jesuit Province

Jesuit History

• Click here for Jesuit History: A Timeline of Milestones
  
• Click here for a Chronology of St. Ignatius' Life in Historical Context

Featured Resources

The Spirit of a University

This collection of prayers and invocations offered at Xavier University reflect the collective spirit, Mission and Identity of a Jesuit university.

Ignatian Journal

This handsome, spiral-bound "undated" planner is perfect for faculty, staff, and students alike. Its pages include quotes, illustrations, and reflections. Use it for your daily schedule or journaling.

This book of reflections on Jesuit values was written by student leaders for student leaders. Articles
include: A.M.D.G., Cura Personalis, Discernment, Reflection, Finding God in All Things,and several
others. Reflection questions help students think about how these values impact their studies and leadership.
It is perfect for training student government, resident hall advisors, orientation leaders, retreat leaders
and other students who have leadership roles on campus.

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