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What Government by Pope position rank or authority of a pope is called?
The pope is a religious leader and considered man's representative on earth of God. He runs the offices of the Vatican which is a city state within the city of Rome. His authority is from God to the people of the Catholic Church.
Is the POPE a descendant of God?
No the Pope is not a descendant of God. The Pope is the leader of the Catholic Church and is a very important figure in the faith. In Catholicism the Pope has a unique place of authority and is seen as a representative of God on Earth. However the Pope is not descended from God and is merely a human being.
Who held the highest authority in the Catholic Church?
In the Catholic Church the highest authority is God, specifically Jesus Christ, on earth His Vicar (representative) is the Holy Father, currently Pope Benedict XVI.
What title was given to the supreme Islamic authority?
Caliph meaning the representative of God on earth
What is the representative on earth for judaism?
Judaism does not have a "representative on Earth". Unlike some other religions, there is no Jewish intercessor with God or a living demi-god.
Who is the Catholics leader?
God, and the Pope is responsible for tending to God's Church on Earth.
Why was the emperor of the Byzantine empire considered a theocracy?
The Byzantine Emperor was viewed as God's representative on earth since the days of Constantine. One Empire, One God and One Emperor. Unlike the monarchs of the west who would submit to the papacy, the byzantine monarchs were seen as equal if not superior to the pope and the orthodox patriarch of Constantinople by their citizens and courts.
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
Why was Pope Benedict XVI chosen as God's representative on earth?
Since the election process is secret we will never know. We do know that Cardinal Ratzinger was Pope John Paul II's personal choice to succeed him. However, the College of Cardinals can choose whoever they want.
Who was god's representative on earth?
In many religious traditions, particularly within Christianity, Jesus Christ is often regarded as God's representative on Earth. He is seen as the Son of God who came to teach, heal, and ultimately redeem humanity. In the context of Judaism, prophets like Moses and others are viewed as messengers of God, conveying His will to the people. In Islam, the Prophet Muhammad is considered the final messenger, representing God's guidance to humanity.
What theory states god's representative on earth?
The theory that states that the ruler of a country is God's representative on earth is known as the "Divine Right of Kings." This theory asserts that the monarch is chosen by God to rule and that their authority comes directly from divine approval.
What is the job of the priest?
The priest is the Representative of God on Earth And he relays the message of god to anyone who is willing to listen
