Jesuitism (Noun)
Meaning
The theology or the practices of the Jesuits (often considered to be casuistic).
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The philosopher's critique of jesuitism centered on its perceived moral ambiguity and willingness to bend rules for the greater good.
- Many critics of the Jesuits saw their teachings and methods as prime examples of jesuitism, claiming they prioritized expediency over dogma.
- In its extreme forms, jesuitism can lead to a utilitarian interpretation of ethics, where the ends justify the means.
- The theologian's defense of jesuitism argued that its nuanced approach to morality was necessary in a complex world.
- Historians have long debated the role of jesuitism in shaping the Catholic Church's response to the Enlightenment.