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The word pope does not appear in The Bible.
The early Christians had congregations that were scattered all over the land but they had a central teaching. And they all recognized the authority of the Apostles and other experienced "older" men. This was evidenced in the account recorded at Acts 15:22-31 (see below)
In addition, the teachings of Jesus Christ were that they were all brothers, that they should serve each other and not be giving themselves titles:
(Matthew 23:8-12) 8 But you, do not you be called Rabbi, for one is your Teacher, and all of you are brothers. 9 Moreover, do not call anyone your father on earth, for one is your Father, the heavenly One. 10 Neither be called leaders, for your Leader is one, the Christ. 11 But the greatest one among you must be your minister. 12 Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.
The Pope is the leader of the Catholic church. So, you would have to examine the history of the Catholic church and their popes to get an understanding of the papacy.
The first post-apostolic council meeting did not occur until 325 AD. This was when a "creed" was instituted and the formal creation of the Catholic church was legally formed.
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(Acts 15:22-23) 22 Then the apostles and the elders, together with the whole congregation, decided to send chosen men from among them to Antioch, along with Paul and Bar′na·bas; they sent Judas who was called Bar′sab·bas and Silas, who were leading men among the brothers. 23 They wrote this and sent it through them: "The apostles and the elders, your brothers, to those brothers in Antioch, Syria, and Ci·li′cia who are from the nations: Greetings!
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The idea of a Pope (papa in Latin and a childs word for father), though this term is not found in Scripture, is based upon being 'Bishop of Rome'. The office of bishop is discussed by Paul in Philippians 1:1; 1 Timothy 3:1-2; and Titus 1:7. It is this 'title/role' then, combined with Matthew 16:17-19 said by Jesus to Peter (Apostolic Succession belief) and is highly misconstued by many in Christendom, it the main thrust to the Office of Pope for the majority in Christianity from the 4th Century A.D. onwards.
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Who do Christians claim is the first pope?
St. Peter was the first pope. There is a symbolic proof in the Bible when Jesus gave Peter the keys to the kingdom of heaven and when He said "Peter you are the rock and up on this rock I will build my church."
Why is Pope Francis called the 'pope of firsts'?
Pope Francis is the first member of the Jesuit order to be elected as pope, the first pope from the Western Hemisphere, the first pope from the Southern Hemisphere and the first pope from the Americas.
Was Pope Julius the first pope?
Pope Pius III was the predecessor of Pope Julius II.
Why does the pope sometimes contradict what the Bible says?
The pope never contradicts the Bible. He may contradict what certain groups, particularly Protestants, THINK the Bible says. The Magisterium of the Church has the final say as to how Catholics should interpret the Bible.
What is the significance of the election of Pope Francis?
Pope Francis is the first jesuit to be elected as pope, the first pope from the America's and the first pope in many centuries who is not from Europe.
Is Pope Francis the first pope from outside of Europe?
No, he is not the first but he is the first in over 1000 years. He is, however, the first pope from the Americas and the first Jesuit to be elected pope.
When did the catholic church start According to evangelicals?
The Catholic Church interprets the Bible to say that it was started with St. Peter, who was the first Pope.
Why do you need a pope?
The Pope and his cardinals are responsible for interpreting the Bible for Catholics. They publish their interpretation in The Catechism of the Catholic Church. Catholics consider the Pope to be God's representative on Earth. During the reformation some people decided that they didn't need a Pope and could interpret the Bible themselves. That was why Martin Luther translated the Bible from Latin into German
Where can you find the very first Bible?
At the Council of Elvira.
Was Giulio de Medici the first pope?
No, Pope Saint Peter was the first pope.
Which pope said to delete the Mary Magdalene's birth and death history from the Bible?
No pope ever made such an order as the birth and death of Mary Magdalene never appeared in the Bible.
Who was the first pope who settled in Avigon in 1309?
Pope Clement V was the first Avignon pope.
