Pedro Arrupe Quotes

A collection of quotes by Pedro Arrupe.

Pedro Arrupe was a Jesuit priest and the 28th Superior General of the Society of Jesus. Born on November 14, 1907 in Spain, Arrupe is known for his significant contributions to the fields of education, social justice, and humanitarian service. He played a crucial role in revitalizing the Jesuit order during his leadership from 1965 to 1983, promoting a focus on social justice and engaging with the modern world. Arrupe's fierce advocacy for the marginalized and oppressed made him a renowned figure within the Catholic Church. He passed away on February 5, 1991, leaving behind a legacy of profound social transformation.

Nothing is more practical than finding God, That is, than fa

Nothing is more practical than finding God, That is, than falling in a love in a quite absolute, final way. What you are in love with, what seizes your imagination will affect everything. It will decide what will get you out of bed in the mornings, What you will do with your evenings, How you spend your weekends, What you read, Who you know, What breaks your heart, And what amazes you with joy and gratitude. Fall in love, stay in love, and it will decide everything.

Pedro Arrupe

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