Why was Saint Peter's Basilica made?

Answer 1

Peter did not build it. Emperor Constantine did. He built it after Peter died and Constantine ddedicated it to him.

Peter did not build it. Emperor Constantine did. he built it after St. Peter died. he dedicated it in St. Pter's honor

Answer 2

In Catholic tradition, the basilica is the burial site of its namesake Saint Peter, who was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and, according to tradition, first Bishop of Rome and therefore first in the line of the papal succession. Tradition and some historical evidence hold that Saint Peter's tomb is directly below the altar of the basilica.

Answer 3

It is built over the tomb of the first pope - Saint Peter the Apostle.

Answer 4

St. Peter's is the heart of Vatican City and under it is buried the popes. It is the place where the Pope has mass and his offices are located nearby. It is the main symbol of the church.

Answer 5

The Basilica of Saint Peter is a monument to Saint Peter, the first pope of the Catholic Church who is buried beneath the main altar of the Basilica.

Answer 6

The Basilica of Saint Peter is a monument to Saint Peter, the first pope of the Catholic Church, who is buried beneath the main altar of the Basilica.