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Ignatius of Loyola

Spanish Catholic priest and theologian (1491–1556).

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Ignatius of Loyola was a Spanish Catholic priest and theologian. Born on 23 October 1491 in Oratory of the Holy House of Loyola, Loyola died on 31 July 1556 in Camere di San Ignazio at the age of 64.

Positions held include Superior General of the Society of Jesus (1541–1556). Notable works include Spiritual Exercises. Loyola studied at University of Paris and University of Alcalá.

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Born: 23 October 1491, Oratory of the Holy House of Loyola
Died: 31 July 1556, Camere di San Ignazio (aged 64)
Country: Crown of Castile
Known as: Latin Catholic priest, soldier, founder of Catholic religious community
Field: Religion
Education: University of Paris, University of Alcalá
Languages: Basque, Spanish, Latin
Wikipedia editions: 106