A provocative historical meditation on the Jesuits and their opponents, framed by the Wandering Jew’s long view of faith, power, and liberty.
This edition presents notes that challenge sanitized histories, offering a critical perspective on the Society of Jesus, its missions, and the broader debate over freedom of conscience, politics, and religion. Edited by John Fairplay, it situates the Jesuit legacy in a broader humanitarian context, arguing for liberty and justice for all while warning against the dangers of persecution and mob rule.
- Discover the scope of Jesuit missions across Asia, Africa, and the Americas, through a continental lens.
- Examine the tension between religious zeal, education, and the pursuit of power in historical contexts.
- Explore calls for liberty, equality, and the protection of conscience in a diverse society.
- Weigh critiques of persecution, censorship, and the dangers of popular zeal in political life.
Ideal for readers of historical theology, religious history, and debates about freedom and human rights.