Chapter II · Chapter 2

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

any address at which you dwell more than temporarily

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

consider or hold as true

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

having unlimited power

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

plural of “appearance” — outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

the event of one object coming closer to another

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

(used of persons or the military) characterized by having or bearing arms

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

accept as true; take to be true

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

present

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

a rapid active commotion

From this reading There they taught and there they still confessed, but without the slightest bustle or display.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading There they taught and there they still confessed, but without the slightest bustle or display.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

a place of worship that has its own altar

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

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From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

past form of “confess” — confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure

From this reading There they taught and there they still confessed, but without the slightest bustle or display.

attractive especially by means of smallness or prettiness or quaintness

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

determining or having the power to determine an outcome

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

(often used in combination) having a specified direction

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

third-person singular of “direct” — command with authority

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

the act of leaving secretly or without explanation

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

something intended to communicate a particular impression

From this reading There they taught and there they still confessed, but without the slightest bustle or display.

physically or spiritually homeless or deprived of security

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

shortening of the uterine cervix and thinning of its walls as it is dilated during labor

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

all things; all of a situation

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

planned and made or fashioned artistically

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

not genuine

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

pretending with intention to deceive

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own)

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

inflected form of “foresee” — realize beforehand

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

at a previous time

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

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From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

plural of “guide” — someone employed to conduct others

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

not accessible to view

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

kindness in welcoming guests or strangers

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

the quality of never making an error

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

plural of “jesuit” — a member of the Jesuit order

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

for more time

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

having or revealing supreme mastery or skill

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

United States poet (1869-1950)

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

being nothing more than specified

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

with modesty; in a modest manner

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

not any; not one

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

past form of “officiate” — act in an official capacity in a ceremony or religious ritual, such as a wedding

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading There they taught and there they still confessed, but without the slightest bustle or display.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

have ownership or possession of

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

the government of the Roman Catholic Church

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

capital of the state of South Dakota; located in central South Dakota on the Missouri river

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

a formal public statement

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action)

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

made less in size or amount or degree

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

a safe place

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

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From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber; seat of the Roman Catholic Church; formerly the capital of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

superlative of “slight” — (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with “a”) at least some

From this reading There they taught and there they still confessed, but without the slightest bustle or display.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

relating to human society and its members

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

that is looked for

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

plural of “soul” — the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

not in physical motion

From this reading There they taught and there they still confessed, but without the slightest bustle or display.

any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

inflected form of “teach” — impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading There they taught and there they still confessed, but without the slightest bustle or display.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

in or at that place or location

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

plural of “upheaval” — a state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally)

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Pierre was aware that, judging by mere appearances, the Jesuits were nowadays dispossessed of all influence in Rome.

in or at the place that

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Was one to believe, however, that this effacement was but masterly cunning, a feigned disappearance in order that they might really remain secret, all-powerful masters, the hidden hand which directs and guides everything?

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.

in the company of; together with

From this reading They no longer officiated at the Gesu, they no longer directed the Collegio Romano, where they formerly fashioned so many souls; and with no abode of their own, reduced to accept foreign hospitality, they had modestly sought a refuge at the Collegio Germanico, where there is a little chapel.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading There they taught and there they still confessed, but without the slightest bustle or display.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading People certainly said that the proclamation of papal Infallibility had been their work, a weapon with which they had armed themselves whilst feigning to bestow it on the papacy, in readiness for the coming decisive task which their genius foresaw in the approaching social upheavals.