Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of Loyola

The Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of Loyola are a collection of meditations, prayers, and contemplative practices designed to deepen one's relationship with God. Created in the 16th century by Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuits, these exercises guide individuals through self-reflection and discernment. Participants typically engage for a month, focusing on themes such as sin, mercy, and love. The exercises aim to foster spiritual growth, help discern life choices, and cultivate inner peace through a structured approach to spirituality, integrating prayer, imaginative contemplation, and silence to encourage personal transformation and greater awareness of God in daily life.