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Taking of Vows

When
15 August 1534
Where
Chapel of the Martyrium of Saint Denis
Part of
Vows of the Founders of the Society of Jesus

Ignatius of Loyola and six companions took solemn vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience in Montmartre.

On the morning of 15 August 1534, the group met in the chapel of the Martyrium of Saint Denis. They pronounced promises of lifelong commitment to their spiritual work, marking the initial step in forming their new religious community.

Sources

  1. Ignatius of Loyola Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-17
  2. Jesuits Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-15

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