Set the World on Fire

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Ignatius Loyola's vision of the purpose of human life was so popular that he kindled a cultural revolution that continues to blaze throughout the world. Ignatius struggled to find meaning in his life; he discovered that a life worth living was one of service in selfless love. This realization not only inspired the founding of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) but innumerable movements throughout the world. These movements strive to fan the flames of divine love through human service that promotes justice and dynamic peace. This course will study Ignatius' original vision and various ways it has been and continues to be expressed in politics, education, visual and performing arts, literature, economics, the natural sciences and intercultural relations.