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Peter was chosen by Our Lord as both an apostle and also as the leader of His new Church - the first pope. He was crucified upside down on Rome under orders of the Roman Emperor Nero.
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Who was old Saint Peter's dedicated to?
As with the current Saint Peter's Basilica, the old basilica was dedicated to Saint peter the Apostle.
Where did Saint Andrew come from?
He was St. Peter's brother, a fisherman from the Sea of Galilee
Was Saint Peter buried in Jerusalem?
No, Saint Peter was buried in Rome after his execution there. Perhaps no other saint in the history of Christianity has had his tomb more thoroughly investigated by scientists and theologians than that of Saint Peter.
When were Saint Peter and Saint Paul born?
Both were probably born about the year 1 AD.
When was Saint Peter around?
Peter was born about the year AD1 and died between 64 and 67.
The famous painting in great dome of Saint Peter's Basilica was painted by which artist?
Michelangelo was largely responsible for the dome of Saint Peter's Basilica.
Who is the most famous pope of all time?
Saint Peter would be the most famous of the popes.
Who was the Italian architect famous for Saint Peter's Basilica?
Donato Bramante
What 2 famous artists were involved in Saint Peter's Church?
If you are referring to Saint Peter's basilica in the Vatican, both Michelangelo and Raphael were involved in the design and decor of the basilica.
What is Saint Peter's Basilica famous for?
It is famous for its great dome, for the numerous works of art it shelters, for being a monument to Saint Peter, whose tomb is below the main altar, and for being the church of the pope (as pope). Saint John Lateran is the church of the pope as Bishop of Rome.
What is the name of a famous saint?
peter, Mary, paul, christopher, joesph, john, Michael
What is the location of Saint Peter's Cathedral?
If you are referring to Saint Peter's Basilica, it is located in Vatican City.There is St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City-State, located within Rome, Italy. This is the most famous "St. Peter's" and the largest church in the world, but it is not a cathedral.
What is the name of the famous Basilica in the Vatican?
Papal Basilica of Saint Peter, or St. Peter's Basilica, is located in Vatican City which is located in Rome. Rome has a lot of famous churches, but this is probably the most famous one.
Is Saint Peter really a saint?
Yes, Saint Peter is really a saint. If he were not a saint he would not have that title.
Name a famous saint family feud?
Peter, Mary, Paul, Christopher, Joseph, Michael, John
Which is bigger - Saint Paul or Saint Peter?
Saint Peter's Basilica is larger than Saint Paul's.
What did Saint Peter work as?
Saint Peter was originally a fisherman.
