Conversion and Discernment

The article examines the conversion of Ignatius and his discernment of spirits. It looks at the effects of Ignatius' discernment experience on his life. It analyzes the rules for discernment in his Spiritual Exercises writings relating to purgative life, consolation linked to God's grace,...

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Main Author: Robert, Sylvie 1950- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Jesuits 2022
In: The Way
Year: 2022, Volume: 61, Issue: 3, Pages: 129-143
Further subjects:B Ignatius, of Loyola, Saint, 1491-1556
B Discernment (Christian theology)
B PURGATIVE way to perfection
B Spiritual Life
B Consolation
B Jesus Christ
B Discernment of spirits
B Conversion to Christianity
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Summary:The article examines the conversion of Ignatius and his discernment of spirits. It looks at the effects of Ignatius' discernment experience on his life. It analyzes the rules for discernment in his Spiritual Exercises writings relating to purgative life, consolation linked to God's grace, purification and restoration of freedom from sin toward amendment and correction. The rules for discernment in following Christ and attachment to Christ deepened by hope, faith and charity are discussed.
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