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Catholics obey the pope because he is their spiritual leader.
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What was the authority of the pope in the greek orthodox church?
The pope does not have any authority in the Orthodox Church. The pope only has authority over Roman Catholics.
How did the pope's move to Avignon and the establishment of a rival pope in Rome affect church authority and power?
The Pope's move and the establishment of a rival pope divided the Church's supporters.
What aurthority does the pope have on the church?
As the successor of Saint Peter, supreme authority is vested in the Pope. He has universal jurisdiction and all Catholic bishops may only use their authority when they are in communion with the Pope.
What is authority letter from a pope or queen?
Brevet
Why was pope an important christian leader?
It was believed that only the Pope had authority to interpret scripture.
To give power right or authority is what?
Adjudication means to give power, right, or authority.
What was the role of the Pope in Europe?
The Pope's role in the Medieval society is to represent the spiritual authority of the Church and, later, the state authority, which was normally represented by a King or Emperor, but was changed with the argument titled the 'Doctrine of Swords', which claimed that the Pope had authority over both the church andthe state.
Do the protestantism people have an authority?
God is their final authority; however I think you are asking in terms of the Pope for the Catholic religion. The Protestant faith does not have an earthly authority figure such as the Pope; there are leaders within the church but not a single authority figure as is found in the Catholic faith.
What is the pope the leader of?
The pope is the leader of the entire Christian Church. However, only Catholics recognize this authority.
What is a government by a pope position rank or authority of a pope?
Papacy is the correct answer.
Is a deacon appointed by the pope?
The pope has the authority as a bishop to ordain deacons but deacons are usually ordained by their local bishops in the dioceses in which they will serve and not by the pope.
Give you a sentence for excommunication?
The pope has authority over excommunication.
