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Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛzjuːɪts] (IPA)

Jesuits are a religious group founded by St. Ignatius of Loyola in the 16th century. They are known for their missionary work, education, and academic pursuits. Other names for Jesuits include Society of Jesus, Jesuit Order, and Order of Ignatius. The term "Jesuit" is derived from the Latin "Iesus" meaning Jesus. In some countries, Jesuits are also referred to as "God's Soldiers." Jesuits are known for their devotion to education and are often called intellectual priests. Despite their prominence, the Jesuits have been the subject of controversy in the past, with accusations of conspiracies and political intrigues.
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What are the hypernyms for Jesuits?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

  • Other hypernyms:

    clergy, religious order, catholic priests, members of the Society of Jesus.

Usage examples for Jesuits

"I have a great respect for the Jesuits, my dear," said the Dean, holding out an impressive egg-spoon.
"The Rough Road"
William John Locke
You have some clever Jesuits among you already,-both open and concealed ones too."
"The Prime Minister"
W.H.G. Kingston
"'Tis the work of those accursed Jesuits," exclaimed Carvalho; "but your Majesty need not fear, and will be able to counteract their aims, if you will follow my advice."
"The Prime Minister"
W.H.G. Kingston

Famous quotes with Jesuits

  • The Jesuits I know who have died and all their lives were great teachers, they're the least remembered people.
    Daniel Berrigan
  • Well, I've been in several films including documentaries, but the big blockbuster, I was hired as advisor to the actors, I was trying to make Jesuits out of them.
    Daniel Berrigan
  • After learning the language and culture of the Chinese people, these Jesuits began to establish contacts with the young intellectuals of the country.
    Hu Shih
  • The Jesuits had learned that a Christian mission to China could never succeed if it were not in a position to show and convince the Chinese intelligentsia of the superiority of the European culture.
    Hu Shih
  • It was not reason that besieged Troy; it was not reason that sent forth the Saracen from the desert to conquer the world; that inspired the crusades; that instituted the monastic orders; it was not reason that produced the Jesuits; above all, it was not reason that created the French Revolution. Man is only great when he acts from the passions; never irresistible but when he appeals to the imagination.
    Benjamin Disraeli

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