Decision to Join the Jesuits
Poet involved
What happened
In 1868, Hopkins decided to join the Society of Jesus, becoming a Jesuit priest. This commitment required him to renounce poetry temporarily, as he believed it conflicted with his religious vocation. His time in the Jesuit order would significantly shape his spiritual and intellectual life.
Literary impact
While his decision to join the Jesuits led to a hiatus in his poetry, it ultimately enriched his writing with deeper theological insights and a profound sense of spirituality. The experiences he gained during his religious training would later inform the themes of sacrifice and divine beauty in his poetry.
Source: Wikipedia
