Ignatius of Loyola
Ignatius of Loyola (1491–1556) was a Spanish Basque priest and founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), influential in the Catholic Reformation. He authored the Spiritual Exercises and emphasized disciplined prayer coupled with active service.
Quotes by Ignatius of Loyola
Quotes: 2
Holding Prayer and Work in Creative Tension
The same partnership appears across traditions. The Prophet’s counsel—“Tie your camel and trust in Allah” (al-Tirmidhi)—joins prudence to reliance. The Bhagavad Gita teaches, “You have a right to action, not to the fruits” (2:47), urging disciplined work without anxious clinging. Jewish wisdom adds, “You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to desist from it” (Pirkei Avot 2:16). Such convergences suggest a universal insight: hope and effort mature together. [...]
Created on: 9/1/2025
Act Promptly, for You Cannot Stop the Clock, nor Can You Recover Lost Time - Ignatius of Loyola
This quote emphasizes the importance of time as a finite and unrecoverable resource. Once time passes, it cannot be regained, making it crucial to act without delay. [...]
Created on: 2/17/2025