1594 ⟶ Founding of St. Paul's College in Macau
St. Paul's College, Macau, founded by Alessandro Valignano.
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✝️ Jesuit Order Founded
The Society of Jesus, or the Jesuits, is founded by Ignatius of Loyola and six companions with the approval of Pope Paul III.⟶
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Spain🚢 Portuguese Traders Arrive in Japan, Initiating Nanban Trade
The Nanban trade period begins after Portuguese traders make contact with Japan.⟶
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Portugal🙏 Francis Xavier's Missionary Work in the Moluccas
Francis Xavier works among the peoples of Ambon, Ternate and Morotai (Moro) laying the foundations for a permanent mission. (to 1547)⟶
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Indonesia🚫 Ming Dynasty Bans Foreign Trade and Closes Seaports
✝️ Francis Xavier's Death Marks a Turning Point in Jesuit Missions to Asia
Jesuit China Mission, Francis Xavier dies.⟶
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ChinaJapanPortugal⛪️ Founding of St. Paul's College in Macau
St. Paul's College, Macau, founded by Alessandro Valignano.⟶
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