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The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius (Deluxe Edition)

By Saint Ignatius of Loyola · Edited by Fr. Sean Salai, S.J. · Published by TAN Books

Overview

It is time to take your spiritual pulse, reorient your life toward your Creator, and seek His guidance with renewed seriousness. Few books in the history of the Church have transformed as many souls as Saint Ignatius of Loyola’s Spiritual Exercises. This timeless classic launched the modern retreat movement and played a decisive role in the conversions of countless saints who embraced a radical following of Christ.

Designed as a structured retreat, the Spiritual Exercises provide a disciplined path to deeper prayer, discernment, and conversion. Through meditation, examination, and contemplation, Saint Ignatius equips readers with a practical battle plan for spiritual warfare and growth in holiness. Whether undertaken as a full retreat or integrated gradually into daily life, this work helps form a consistent and fruitful interior life rooted in God's will.

This deluxe edition has been thoughtfully edited for modern readers by Fr. Sean Salai, S.J., and includes a new preface to guide readers into this profound spiritual tradition. Enriched with quotations from Jesuit saints and spiritual masters, this edition brings Saint Ignatius’s powerful spirituality to a new generation seeking sanctity.

Beautifully crafted with premium leatherette binding, gilded edges, satin ribbon marker, reinforced sides, gold foil stamping, and Smyth-sewn binding, this deluxe edition is designed for lifelong use and makes a worthy addition to any Catholic home library.

  • Follow a structured retreat designed to deepen your spiritual life
  • Learn practical methods for discernment and spiritual growth
  • Develop a disciplined approach to prayer and meditation
  • Gain a battle plan for spiritual warfare rooted in tradition
  • Own a beautifully crafted deluxe edition designed for lifelong use

From the Book

“Few books have so profoundly shaped the spiritual life of Christians as the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius.”
— From the Tradition of the Church

Intended Audience

This book is ideal for Catholics seeking deeper prayer, those discerning God’s will, and anyone looking to strengthen their interior life. It is especially suited for readers interested in retreats, spiritual warfare, and disciplined spiritual growth rooted in the Church’s tradition.

FAQs

Is this book meant to be read straight through?
The Spiritual Exercises are designed as a guided retreat. Readers may follow the structure step-by-step or integrate the exercises into their daily prayer life.

What makes this edition unique?
This edition has been edited for modern readers by Fr. Sean Salai, S.J., includes a new preface, and features quotations from Jesuit saints and spiritual masters.

Who should read this book?
Anyone seeking deeper prayer, discernment, and spiritual growth will benefit from this classic retreat guide.

Key Themes

  • Discernment of God's will
  • Structured spiritual retreat
  • Spiritual warfare and growth in holiness
Author:
Fr. Sean Salai, SJ
Imprint:
TAN Books
Pages:
384
Publication Date:
1/1/2020
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1 Review

  • 5
    Great Edition for Laymen and Directors

    Posted by Jack E on Oct 3rd 2023

    This edition is fantastic. Before buying, you should be aware that this is not a modern synthesis designed to be "St. Ignatius-lite" and readable by anyone, but is rather a modern presentation of a traditional translation, with some helpful additions and editorial decisions. The editor notes that, if you think you will just casually pick this up and guide yourself on a retreat, you are sorely mistaken. The exercises were originally conceived as a sort of instructional guide for discernment/retreat masters to use, and the editor tries to preserve this while still making it more accessible to the modern layperson. The translation is based on a traditional one that is less 'literal' and more 'dynamic,' but is one that is very faithful to the text. Not only has the editor included points for prayer from Spiritual Masters, but he has also inserted helpful addenda (always denoted in italics) to explain things St. Ignatius meant (for example: when he says "powers of the soul," an inline note that mentions 'understanding, will, etc.'). Also, the editor re-includes text that had been omitted in the traditional 19th century translation for being too difficult or seen as not relevant by summarizing the content, again in italics, while still respecting the traditional translation. It also updates mistakes made in the original translation such as incorrect Scripture citations and reformats the book into sections which the original Spanish version had (which the 19th century versions do not have). The editor also gives some general instructions on how to use the book in the preface, and helpfully inserts the "Points for personal prayer" from the Spiritual Masters as 'prelectionaries' before a section of the exercises to which they correspond. There are also optional reflection questions at the end of each section. The book quality is excellent, and the book has a ribbon to hold your place. If you are looking for an edition that presents the Saint as he was, with some modern additions that respect the density of the original work, I think you will like this edition. I am looking forward to having this help me in my prayer life.

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