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Saint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection

"Saint Francis Xavier (1506-1552): A Trailblazing Jesuit Missionary" In 1549, the remarkable journey of Saint Francis Xavier, a renowned Jesuit priest

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: Representation of Saint Francois Xavier (Francois-Xavier) (1506-1552)

Representation of Saint Francois Xavier (Francois-Xavier) (1506-1552) missionary in Japan circa 1549 (Francis Xavier)
ELD4915689 Representation of Saint Francois Xavier (Francois-Xavier) (1506-1552) missionary in Japan circa 1549 (Francis Xavier (Francis-Xavier) missionary in Japan

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: The 'voeu de Montmartre' made on 15 August 1534 by Ignace de Loyola (Sant Ignazio or Saint Ignatius)

The "voeu de Montmartre" made on 15 August 1534 by Ignace de Loyola (Sant Ignazio or Saint Ignatius)
ELD4855755 The "voeu de Montmartre" made on 15 August 1534 by Ignace de Loyola (Sant Ignazio or Saint Ignatius, 1491-1556) with Pierre Favre (1506-1546)

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: Saint Francis Xavier preaching. (print)

Saint Francis Xavier preaching. (print)
7420034 Saint Francis Xavier preaching. (print) by Edelinck, Gerard (1640-1707) (after); (add.info.: Saint Francis Xavier, full name Francisco de Jasso y Azpilicueta, 1506 - 1552)

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: representation of Jesuit priest Saint Francois Xavier (Francois-Xavier) (1506-1552) in Japan

representation of Jesuit priest Saint Francois Xavier (Francois-Xavier) (1506-1552) in Japan
ELD4861828 representation of Jesuit priest Saint Francois Xavier (Francois-Xavier) (1506-1552) in Japan, 1549 (Francis Xavier jesuit priest in Japan)

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: Saint Francois Xavier (or Francois-Xavier or Francisco de Javier, 1506-1552), Jesuit missionary

Saint Francois Xavier (or Francois-Xavier or Francisco de Javier, 1506-1552), Jesuit missionary
XEE4136639 Saint Francois Xavier (or Francois-Xavier or Francisco de Javier, 1506-1552), Jesuit missionary, clashes with the practices of the Brahman (Brahmanic religion or Brahmanism) in India

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: The 'voeu de Montmartre'was made on 15 August 1534 by Ignace de Loyola

The "voeu de Montmartre"was made on 15 August 1534 by Ignace de Loyola (Sant Ignazio or Saint Ignatius)
XEE4136645 The " voeu de Montmartre" was made on 15 August 1534 by Ignace de Loyola (Sant Ignazio or Saint Ignatius, 1491-1556) with Pierre Favre (1506-1546)

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: Saint Francois Xavier resting in front of the bay of hong kong (China)

Saint Francois Xavier resting in front of the bay of hong kong (China)
LSE4312972 Saint Francois Xavier resting in front of the bay of hong kong (China). Painting of the Hong Kong workshop, oil on canvas, circa 1850. Port Louis Museum

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: Altarpiece of the plague: Virgin with child with st Petronius, st Francis, st Ignatius

Altarpiece of the plague: Virgin with child with st Petronius, st Francis, st Ignatius
LRI4622219 Altarpiece of the plague: Virgin with child with st Petronius, st Francis, st Ignatius, St Francis Xavier, Proculus of Bologna and Florian (Painting, 1631-1632) by Reni

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: Saint Francois Xavier preaching Christianity in Japan. Engraving to Illustrer History

Saint Francois Xavier preaching Christianity in Japan. Engraving to Illustrer History
LSE4334199 Saint Francois Xavier preaching Christianity in Japan. Engraving to Illustrer History and Description of Japan by Pere de Charlevoix, A.Mame et Compagnie editeurs, Tours, 1852

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: Saint Francois Xavier reminding to life the daughter of a resident of Cangoxima in Japan

Saint Francois Xavier reminding to life the daughter of a resident of Cangoxima in Japan
JLJ4612799 Saint Francois Xavier reminding to life the daughter of a resident of Cangoxima in Japan Saint Francois Xavier (1506-1552) miraculously reviving a young girl. Detail

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: The Death of Saint Francois Xavier (Francois-Xavier) (1506-1552)

The Death of Saint Francois Xavier (Francois-Xavier) (1506-1552)
LRI4698058 The Death of Saint Francois Xavier (Francois-Xavier) (1506-1552), Spanish Jesuite Missionary (The Death of St Francis Xavier) Painting by Domenico Piola (1627-1703) Genes

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: The Jesuites Society, the 'voeu de Montmartre'made on August 15

The Jesuites Society, the "voeu de Montmartre"made on August 15
XEE4138830 The Jesuites Society, the " voeu de Montmartre" made on August 15, 1534 by Ignace de Loyola (Sant Ignazio or Saint Ignatius, 1491-1556) with Pierre Favre (1506-1546)

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: Saint Francois Xavier (1506-1552), miracle accompllit in Japan around 1549 - Anonymous

Saint Francois Xavier (1506-1552), miracle accompllit in Japan around 1549 - Anonymous
LSE4317423 Saint Francois Xavier (1506-1552), miracle accompllit in Japan around 1549 - Anonymous painting, oil on canvas, mid 17th century (Anonymous painting from the middle of the 17th century)

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: Saint Francois Xavier (1506-1552), Spanish Jesuit missionary one of the founders of

Saint Francois Xavier (1506-1552), Spanish Jesuit missionary one of the founders of
JLJ4590809 Saint Francois Xavier (1506-1552), Spanish Jesuit missionary one of the founders of the odre of Jesus company, evangelizing the Chinese under the protection of Christ in China

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: The death of Saint Francois Xavier (1506-1552), a Spanish Jesuit missionary

The death of Saint Francois Xavier (1506-1552), a Spanish Jesuit missionary
JLJ4591264 The death of Saint Francois Xavier (1506-1552), a Spanish Jesuit missionary, one of the founders of the odre of the company of Jesus in China. Engraving of the 19th century

Background imageSaint Francis Xavier 1506 1552 Collection: Saint Francis Xavier (1506-1552), 17th century (painting)

Saint Francis Xavier (1506-1552), 17th century (painting)
AIS5369447 Saint Francis Xavier (1506-1552), 17th century (painting) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); Museo Lazaro Galdiano, Madrid



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"Saint Francis Xavier (1506-1552): A Trailblazing Jesuit Missionary" In 1549, the remarkable journey of Saint Francis Xavier, a renowned Jesuit priest, brought him to Japan. Representing the Catholic faith, he embarked on a mission to spread Christianity in this distant land. This captivating illustration by Tancredi Scarpelli in "Histoire des navigateurs" by Giudici captures the essence of his encounter with the Japanese people. However, it was not only in Japan that Saint Francis Xavier left an indelible mark. His travels took him to India as well, where he clashed with the practices of Brahmanism and sought to introduce Christian teachings amidst these ancient traditions. The foundation of his work can be traced back to August 15th, 1534 when Ignace de Loyola made the "voeu de Montmartre, " along with Pierre Favre and Francois Xavier himself. This solemn vow marked their commitment to establish what would later become known as The Society of Jesus or Jesuits. While resting before the picturesque bay of Hong Kong in China, Saint Francis Xavier contemplated his mission's progress. He tirelessly preached Christianity throughout Japan and even performed miracles such as reviving a resident's daughter in Cangoxima. An altarpiece dedicated to combating plague depicted Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus alongside St. Petronius, St. Francis, and St. Ignatius – a testament to Saint Francis Xavier's unwavering devotion during times of adversity. Engraved images from history capture moments when Saint Francis Xavier passionately preached Christianity across Japan; his words resonating deeply within those who listened attentively. Sadly, all journeys must come to an end eventually. The death of this extraordinary man shook those who had witnessed firsthand his tireless efforts and unwavering dedication towards spreading God's message far beyond borders.