The Constitutions of the Society of Jesus

The Constitutions of the Society of Jesus are a set of guiding rules and principles established by Saint Ignatius Loyola to structure the Jesuits' spiritual life, community organization, and mission. They emphasize values such as obedience, humility, adaptability, and a committed focus on serving others through education, pastoral work, and social justice. These rules help ensure that Jesuits live consistently with their spiritual ideals while remaining flexible to various apostolic needs. Overall, they serve as a practical blueprint for maintaining unity, discipline, and fidelity to their founding mission of spreading faith and promoting human dignity.