The Secret Instructions, Monita Secreta, of the Jesuits (1901)

The Secret Instructions, Monita Secreta, Of The Jesuits is a book written by John Gerard and originally published in 1901. The book contains a translation of the Monita Secreta, a set of allegedly secret instructions that were supposedly given to the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits) by their founder, Ignatius of Loyola. The Monita Secreta were first published in the late 16th century and were widely circulated among Protestants who saw them as evidence of Jesuit treachery and deceit. The book provides a detailed analysis of the Monita Secreta, examining their historical context, their authenticity, and their significance. Gerard argues that the Monita Secreta are not genuine, but rather a forgery created by Protestant propagandists to discredit the Jesuits. He also explores the role that the Monita Secreta played in the anti-Jesuit sentiment of the time, and how they were used to justify the persecution of the Jesuits by various European governments.Overall, The Secret Instructions, Monita Secreta, Of The Jesuits provides a fascinating insight into the history of the Jesuits and their relationship with Protestantism. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, religious conflict, and the politics of the early modern period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.