Tag: Portuguese Jesuits

The Church of São Roque in Lisbon stands as a profound symbol of faith, resilience, and artistic achievement. Built in the 16th century as the first Jesuit church in Portugal and one of the earliest in the world, São Roque reflects the Jesuits' mission during the Counter-Reformation and Portugal’s r...

Padre António Vieira stands as one of the most significant figures in the history of Portugal and the Catholic Church in the 17th century. A Jesuit priest, missionary, diplomat, and prolific writer, Vieira was known as much for his eloquence in the pulpit as for his deep moral convictions. His sermo...