But, as though inspired by some prophetic vision of its future greatness, he refrained from circumscribing the still tender embryo within definite limits which might have been pernicious to its development.
The associates completed their studies at Paris, and in 1535 they separated, after agreeing to meet at Venice in the first months of 1537.
Ignatius meanwhile traveled to Spain, where he settled his affairs by bestowing such property as he possessed on charitable institutions.

He also resumed preaching, with a zeal that aroused enthusiasm and extended his personal influence.

At the appointed time the ten came together at Venice, ostensibly bent on carrying out their project of visiting Palestine.

But war was now declared between the Turks and the Republic of S.Mark.Ignatius found himself once more accused of heresy, and had some trouble in clearing himself before the Inquisition.

It was resolved in these circumstances to abandon the mission to Holy Land as impracticable for the moment, and to remain in Venice waiting for more favorable opportunities.