Education
University of Paris.
University of Paris.
His reputation for learning and eloquence led to his appointment as grand inquisitor for France (1534), an office which he held until his death. Compelled to pronounce upon false accusations made against Ignatius Loyola and "The Spiritual", he detected the fraud. Instead of condemning Loyola, he praised and assisted him, and kept for himself a copy of the Exercises.
He was indefatigable in preaching, and held several offices in his order.
Some writers erroneously call Ory a Spaniard and write his name Ortiz.