St. Anthony's Tongue St. Ignatius of Loyola: A Heart on Fire for God
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May 25, 2023 Explore the compelling life of St. Ignatius of Loyola, famed for founding the Jesuit Order and his mystical insights. Discover his transformative cave vision that ignited his spiritual journey and the creation of his Spiritual Exercises. Learn about his shifts from soldier to pilgrim, his public preaching, and the legacy of the Jesuits. Delve into Ignatian prayer techniques that engage the senses and clarify the unique blend of mysticism he offered. Plus, find practical ways to invoke his intercession in everyday life.
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Manresa Cave Vision
- Ignatius lay in a cold cave at Manresa wrestling with visions, snakes, and conflicting voices that tormented his mind.
- A crushing of a serpent under Mary's foot and a vision of Christ led him to vow, "I will follow your footsteps, Lord."
From Soldier To Pilgrim
- Ignatius began as a vain noble soldier who loved fine clothes, dancing, and women before his conversion.
- A battlefield injury and reading saints' lives sparked dreams of St. Francis and a vow to pursue the kingdom of heaven.
Leaving Arms At Montserrat
- At Montserrat Ignatius left his sword and armor before the black Madonna and exchanged fine clothes for sackcloth to begin begging.
- He then lived months as a beggar and later wrote down the exercises that formed his hallmark work.
