Untitled Flashcards Set

Ad maiorem Dei gloriam (AMDG)

A Latin phrase meaning 'for the greater glory of God'; motto of the Society of Jesus.

Apostolic Preferences

Guiding principles for the Society of Jesus; see the Universal Apostolic Preferences page.

Arrupe, Pedro

Spanish Jesuit and 28th Superior General (1965–83), emphasized faith service and justice promotion.

Catholic Intellectual Tradition

A way of viewing knowledge characterized by faith-reason continuity, respect for wisdom, inclusivity, and discernment.

Consolation

A state characterized by movement towards God, faith, hope, and love; in Ignatian terms, an increase in spiritual positivity.

Desolation

A state characterized by fear and discouragement; in Ignatian terms, a movement away from God.

Contemplative in action

A practice promoting reflection on actions as related to life purpose, as taught by St. Ignatius.

Cura personalis

Latin phrase meaning 'care of the person'; recognizes individuality in Jesuit education.

Dignity of the human person

A principle affirming every human's inherent dignity and worth.

Discernment

The process of making faith-based decisions to choose what is better.

Discernment of Spirits

A process of reflection and evaluation of desires to identify movements of consolation or desolation.

Eloquentia Perfecta

Latin for 'perfect eloquence'; goal of Jesuit education for effective communication.

Examen

A method of daily prayer taught by St. Ignatius to notice God's presence in life.

Finding God in all things

An insight of Ignatian spirituality recognizing God's presence everywhere.

General Congregation

The highest legislative body of the Society of Jesus; assembles to address significant issues.

Ignatian

Adjective related to Ignatius of Loyola and his spiritual and educational traditions.

IHS

First three letters of Jesus' name in Greek, a symbol on the Society of Jesus seal.

Jesuit

A member of the Society of Jesus; originally a pejorative term transformed into a positive identifier.

Kolvenbach, Peter-Hans

Dutch Jesuit and 29th superior general (1983-2008); influential in Jesuit education purposes.

Magis

Latin for 'more'; denotes a spirit of generosity in service and commitment.

Manresa

Town in Spain where St. Ignatius had a pivotal spiritual experience.

Martyrs of the Universidad Centroamericana

Jesuit priests assassinated in 1989 for advocating for social justice in El Salvador.

Nicolas, Adolfo

Spanish Jesuit and 30th superior general (2008-2016).

Pedagogy, Ignatian

Teaching framework rooted in Jesuit spiritual and educational values.

Persons for and with others

Concept emphasizing the formation of individuals who care for others and seek justice.

Province/Provincial

Geographical regions governing the Society of Jesus, each led by a appointed Provincial.

Ratio Studiorum

Document of directives for Jesuit educational institutions, foundational for Ignatian pedagogy.

Service of Faith and Promotion of Justice

A hallmark of Jesuit ministry formulated during the General Congregation of 1975.

Society of Jesus

Catholic religious order founded in 1540 by Ignatius of Loyola.

Sosa, Arturo

Venezuelan Jesuit and 31st superior general (2016-present).

Spiritual Exercises

Activities and reflections developed by St. Ignatius aimed at achieving spiritual freedom and clarity.