Who was Ignatius of Loyola and what were 3 goals of the Jesuits?

Ignatius of Loyola was a Spanish priest and theologian who founded the Society of Jesus, commonly known as the Jesuits, in 1534. The Jesuits aimed to promote education, engage in missionary work, and uphold the teachings of the Catholic Church, particularly during the Protestant Reformation. Their commitment to intellectual rigor and spiritual formation has made them influential in various fields, including education and social justice.