Carta que el hermano paulo del ualle que iua en otra naue scriuio de Goa al pe. luis da grã Retor [sic] del colegio de Jhs de coimbra a 24 de dezienbre do anno de 1548.
The document consists of transcriptions of letters from the late 16th century, primarily written in Portuguese and addressed to the Rector of the College of Jesus in Coimbra. The first letter, dated 27 December 1548, is from Brother Pablo del Valle Feruijo in Goa to Father Luis Dagra. It discusses t...
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1548
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Coimbra
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Coimbra College
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Colonial India
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Early Jesuits
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Emotional challenges
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Faith and perseverance
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Goa
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Grã, Pe. Luís da
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Indian Ocean
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Jesuit Missions
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Lisbon
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Missionary support
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Physical hardships
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Portuguese missionaries
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Spiritual journey
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Translations
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Vale, Ir. Paulo do
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del Valle
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Manuscripts
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| Online Access: | https://macau-legacy.usj.edu.mo/docs/2F23IB4V/viewer_2F23IB4V.html |
| Summary: | The document consists of transcriptions of letters from the late 16th century, primarily written in Portuguese and addressed to the Rector of the College of Jesus in Coimbra. The first letter, dated 27 December 1548, is from Brother Pablo del Valle Feruijo in Goa to Father Luis Dagra. It discusses the spiritual journey and challenges faced during the voyage from Lisbon to Goa, highlighting the faith and perseverance of the travelers amidst physical and emotional hardships. The second letter, also from 1548, details events surrounding the arrival in India and the establishment of the college, emphasizing the spiritual and physical trials endured by the missionaries. The third letter, dated 1549, reflects on the author's commitment to serving God and the community, expressing gratitude for the support received from fellow missionaries. These letters provide valuable insights into the experiences and motivations of early Jesuit missionaries in India during the 16th century. Entry number 28 in catalogue "Jesuítas na Ásia" |
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