The pope is elected by man through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit.
Pope Benedict XIV was born on March 31, 1675.
Pope Benedict XIV was born on March 31, 1675.
Pope Benedict XIV died on May 3, 1758 at the age of 83.
Pope Benedict XIV died on May 3, 1758 at the age of 83.
Benedict XIV, born Prospero Lorenzo Lambertini, was Pope from 17 August 1740 to 3 May 1758.
Pope Clement XIII was pope in 1767 and his predecessor was Benedict XIV.
Benedict does not make secret Masonic gestures.
By Apostolic Succession. That is the laying down of hands at the ordination to bishop (the last 'step' of the threefold ordination). Then a bishop is created cardinal by the current pope. One of these cardinals is to be elected pope during the big meeting after the death of a pope. E.g. Cardinal Ratzinger had been elected as pope Benedict XIV.
Pope Paul VI was elected in 1963 and reigned until his death in 1978.
George was appointed a patron saint of England during the reign of Pope Benedict XIV. Benedict XIV ruled from 1740 to 1758.
George was appointed a patron saint of England during the reign of Pope Benedict XIV. Benedict XIV ruled from 1740 to 1758.
Pope Pius VII reigned from 1800-1823.