Was St Ignatius of Loyola involved in the inquisition?

Toneman52

NO Jan 21 10, 2:19 PM

star_gazer

Yes he was. Not as one who promoted unfair practices of the Inquisition; but, as one who was treated unfairly himself by it. On account of these discourses Ignatius came into conflict with the Inquisition. He and his companions were denounced as belonging to the sects of Sagati and Illuminati. Their mode of life and dress was peculiar and hinted at innovation. But, always ready to obey authority, Ignatius was able to disarm any charges that, now and at other times, were brought against him. The Inquisition merely advised him and his companions to dress in a less extraordinary manner and to go shod. Four months later he was suddenly cast into prison; and, after seventeen days, he learned that he was falsely accused of sending two noble ladies on a pilgrimage to Jaen. During their absence, from the 21st of April 1527 to the 1st of June, he remained in prison, and was then set free with a prohibition against instructing others until he had spent four years in study. http://www.nndb.com/people/626/000094344/ Jan 21 10, 3:18 PM