The Dominican Order Flashcards
1
Q
Who founded this order?
A
A Spaniard, Saint Dominic de Guzman
2
Q
When and where was it founded?
A
1206 in France
3
Q
When did the Dominican friars arrive in Ireland?
A
1224
4
Q
Who were the Dominican Sisters?
A
Sr Mary Lynch and Sr Julian Nolan in Cabra, Dublin have origins in Galway in 1644 from their exile from Spain.
5
Q
What were the Dominican’s vision?
A
To bring the word and works of God into an active engagement with the main culture of today.
6
Q
What was Dominican education like?
A
They are taught responsibility with co-operation form everyone that’s mindful of justice issues. They have a very diverse curriculum unlike modern day education.
7
Q
What is their motto?
A
Truth - Veritas symbolises their aim in pursuing truth in all forms.
