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Today, July 31st, we celebrate the Feast Day of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the influential Spanish Basque Catholic priest, and theologian, best known as the founder of the Society of Jesus, or Jesuits. His legacy continues to shape spiritual practices and Catholic education worldwide. (1) Born in 1491 in Loyola, Spain, Ignatius was initially inclined towards a military career. However, his trajectory shifted dramatically after a severe injury during the Battle of Pamplona in 1521. During his convalescence, Ignatius experienced a spiritual transformation which led him to renounce his previous life and dedicate himself to God. This period marked the...