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Popes
The Pope is the Bishop of Rome and is leader of the worldwide Catholic Church. The Pope is also head of state of the Vatican City, a sovereign city-state entirely enclaved by Rome.
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What is the translation of the word pope?
The current pope is Jorge Mario Bergoglio. He took the name Pope Francis I. Pope Francis was 76 years old when he was elected to the head of the church on March 13, 2013. He was the archbishop of Buenos Aires, Argentina before stepping down because of his age.
Pope Francis is the first non-European Pope of the modern era, and the first South American Pope ever. He is also the third straight non-Italian Pope. Pope Francis is considered to be a follower of the church's most conservative wing.
Pope Francis takes over for Emeritus Pope Benedict XVI, who retired from his position due to health reasons on February 28, 2013, after about 8 years as Pope.
The pope, in general, is the spiritual head of the Roman Catholic Church worldwide.
Francis I is the latest Pope to hold that position, which the Roman Catholic Church can trace back through history, through the early Church until the first 'pope' (although that particular title wasn't used at that time), Peter the Apostle. The Pope's residence is in a tiny independent country (the smallest in the world) within the borders of Rome, Italy, called the Vatican City, which also houses the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church worldwide.
What did pope promise those fighting in the crusades?
The pope promised remission of sins to all those who fought in the crusade. In other words he promised all those who fought would be spiritually cleansed all of their sins, regardless of what they did in later life. Essentially a one way ticket to heaven.
Who was the most powerful Medieval pope?
Pope Innocent III was the most powerful pope of Medieval times.
The pope answers to God alone. That is his immediate 'supervisor.'
What is a typical day for the pope?
Pope Benedict XVI wakes up around 5 am and begins his day as all priests do by praying Morning Prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours. Then he washes and dresses and goes to his private chapel to celebrate Mass.
After Mass, he eats breakfast with the priests who assist him and at times there are other visitors. Then he holds audiences with bishops, heads of state and others. He may also pray the Office of Readings and other hours from the Liturgy of the Hours throughout the day.
On Wednesday mornings, a general public audience is held in St. Peter's Square.
After lunch, he takes a brief siesta as is the Italian custom. The rest of the day is filled with writing documents and sermons.
After dinner he prays Evening Prayer (vespers) from the Liturgy of the Hours.
He usually takes some time in the evening to watch the news on television, although that is usually the extent of his TV viewing.
Then, there is usually more writing and reading. He usually tries to schedule in some time to play the piano before praying Night Prayer (Compline) from the Liturgy of the Hours. He also prays the rosary daily. He usually goes to bed around 10 pm.
What is the highest rank in the Pontifical Swiss Guard?
The Commandant of the Guard is an Oberst or Colonel.
How many languages did Pope Paul speak?
Pope Benedict XVI is fluent in German, English, Italian, French, and Spanish and has knowledge of Portuguese. Pope Benedict XVI can also speak classical Latin. (found at link below)
How many cars does Pope Benedict XVI have?
The pope does not own any cars but The Vatican owns several vehicles that are at the pope's disposal.
How was the conflict between pope Gregory Vll and Henry Vl resolved?
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In 1074, Pope Gregory VII wrote to Emperor Henry IV reproaching him for his conduct and telling him that like everybody else, he was bound to obey papal decrees. If Henry did not, he would have to suffer the consequences. Henry, furious at such insolence, summoned at Worms a synod of German bishops, who were themselves smarting under Gregory's dictates. The synod denounced Gregory as a usurper of the papacy and accused him of perjury, immorality of various kinds, and abuses of papal authority in the dioceses of Germany. It pronounced Gregory deposed, a sentence confirmed by bishops of Lombardy.
A few weeks later, Gregory held a synod in Rome, that excommunicated Henry and all the bishops who had sided with him, released Henry's vassals from their oath of fealty, and declared him deposed. Henry, placed on the defensive and with his throne endangered, had to agree to allow Gregory to come to Augsburg in Germany to settle the affair. Gregory accepted the invitation, set out but had difficulty getting through Lombardy because of the strong sentiment against him. Finding his passage to Germany blocked by the Lombards, Gregory accepted Henry's plea for forgiveness at Canossa, and Henry was able to return and present to his subjects his absolution as the definitive settlement of the affair.
Now feeling secure in Germany, Henry marched into Italy with his troops in 1081 and laid siege to Rome. In desperation Gregory appealed to the Normans. Henry's forces withdrew, without giving battle. The Normans had freed the city from the emperor but then looted and burnt at least a third of it. The result was one the worst sacks in the history of Rome, for which the Romans held Gregory responsible. He managed to get out of the city unscathed, though cursed, and made his way to Salerno where the Normans ensured his safety.
Gregory died in exile, defeated and powerless. He had achieved none of his main objectives, but brought about his own ruin. John W. O'Malley S.J. (A History of the Popes) says that no pope ever died hated by more people than Gregory VII.
Who is the 110th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church?
Pope St. Adrian III, who served as bishop of Rome from 884 to 885 was the 110th pope.
That is, if you count Stephen II, who would be #92. He was elected in 752, but died four days later, before being ordained a bishop.
Since the pope is by definition the bishop of Rome, and you cannot be a bishop of Rome if you are not yet a bishop, some lists do not count him. But since he was the 92nd person electedbishop of Rome, others do include him.
If you do not count Stephen II, then the 110th bishop of Rome is Stephen VI, who served from 885-891.
Who was the first twentieth-century pope to be canonized?
I am not sure what you mean by your question. Peter was the first pope and is a saint. However, he was declared a saint before the official canonization process was in place. That process was not firmly in place until the 12th century. The first person to be canonized a saint by a pope was Saint Udalric, Bishop of Augsburg, who was canonized by Pope John XV in 993. Some historians maintain that the first such canonization was that of Saint Swibert by Pope Leo III in 804. The last person to be named a saint by someone other that a pope was Walter of Pontoise who was canonized by Hugh de Boves, the Archbishop of Rouen in 1153. Thereafter, all canonizations were made through the Vatican and the pope.
What does the Pope wear beneath his white simar?
Beneath the simar, which is a cassock with a shoulder cape (also known as a house cassock) the Pope customarily wears modified regular streetclothes. A collarless white button-front shirt, and a pair of white trousers hemmed to about mid calf as to not show under the simar, red shoes and white socks.
To the best of my knowledge there is no Pope just of Germany, normally when one is speaking of the Pope, one is speaking of the Pope in Rome who is Pope of the Catholic Church and thus pope for the entire world, including Germany. Which was Pope Benedict XVI, and is now Pope Francis.
Pope Paul III (29 February 1468 -- 10 November 1549), born Alessandro Farnese, was Pope of the Roman Catholic Church from 1534 to his death in 1549.
What name is given to a follower of the Pope?
Catholic would be the correct term as the Pope is the leader of the Catholic Church. There was a time during the Reformation that Catholics were called Papists by the emerging Protestant sects; this was of course meant as a derogatory term.
A pope is not like a president. He has no set term and is elected for life unless he should decide to retire. A new pope is elected in a secret conclave of all voting cardinals which begins 15 to 18 days after the death of the previous pontiff. The resignation of Pope Benedict XVI in February 2013 was the first instance of a pope voluntarily retiring in nearly 600 years.
Pope John Paul the 1st he was only the Pope for 30 days and then he Died after him that's when Pope John Paul the Second became Pope. Hope this Helps
When did King John quarrel with the pope?
This answer is provided by Mrs. T's Y8 History class in the Thomas Alleyne School, Stevenage, Herts. Henry VIII went against the pope in 1533. He was married to Catherine of Aragon but she did not produce a male heir. He had fallen in love with Anne Boleyne. He asked the Pope for a divorce because the Pope had oroginally given him permission to marry his brother's (Arthur) widow. The Pope was being held captive by Catherine's nephew, Emperor Charles V, so would not agree. In a Catholic Europe divorce was not acceptable. Henry VIII broke away from the Catholic Church and the Pope and declared himself to be the Head of the Church of England. Thomas Cranmer (Archbishop of Canterbury) could now declare Henry's marriage to Catherine of Aragon unlawful (because the bible states you cannot marry your brother's wife). However, Henry had already secretly married Anne Boleyne (bigamously) and she was pregnant (with Elizabeth I, so was illigitemate, which would cause problems later) Henry then proceeded to close down the monasteries.
How many cardinals voted for the new pope?
Everything that goes on in a conclave is secret so we will never know. However, we do know that he received at least the minimum of 77 votes - 2/3 the number of 115 cardinals who were eligible to vote in the election.
What is an agreement between the pope and the ruler of a country called?
A concordat is an agreement between the pope and a ruler of a country.
What is the period of time after the Pope dies called?
At the death of the Pope, the Cardinal Carmelengro, an official in the Vatican, must confirm the death by traditionally calling the Pope three times - although, of course, this is merely a ritual; death is confirmed by medical services at the Vatican. He then orders a death certificate and the death is made public. The Pope's apartments are sealed and his seal and ring are destroyed. The Carmelengro then makes arrangements for the funeral.
After the funeral and nine days of mourning, the Carmelengro assumes temporary headship of the Church until a new pope is elected. After the mourning period, the cardinals from across the world are called together for a secret conclave. This is a meeting where a new pope is elected. The cardinals take an oath of secrecy regarding the conclave before they begin, to avoid unnecessary gossip afterwards about who was and was not elected for whatever reason. During the conclave, the cardinals are sealed into the Vatican and actually do the voting whilst sitting in the Sistine Chapel. The voting is preceded by prayer and discusion. Each cardinal is asked to secretly vote for one person.
Once they have voted the voting papers are collected and counted. To be elected a cardinal has to receive at least two thirds of the votes. If there is a clear election, the paper are collected, mixed with chemicals (it was once wet straw) to produce white smoke. This was the signal to the people outside that a new pope has been elected. If there no clear choice, the papers are burned with no chemicals resulting in black smoke - a signal that no decision has been reached. The cardinals vote again, and continue voting, praying and discussing until a clear election has been made, unless there are an excessive number of revotes when a clear majority is then acceptable. During the conclave the cardinals are allowed no contact with the outside world. The buildings are examined for bugging devices, and the cardinals can have no mobile phones, cannot signal at windows or communicate with anyone outside in any way, to ensure secrecy.
Once a cardinal is elected, he is asked if he will accept. If so, he then chooses a name by which he will be known (eg Cardin Karol Wojtyla became Pope John Paul II, and the present pope, Benedict, was once cardinal Josef Ratzinger).
The Cardinals in the conclave then swear allegiance to the new pope, and he is then dressed in the papal robes. Finally, the cry goes out to the people waiting outside in St Peter's Square : "Habemus Papam!!" (we have a pope!), and announces the new pope's name. The new pope then appears on the balcony to give his first papal blessing to the world.
Jesus Christ was leader of the Church in 2009 through his vicar on earth Pope Benedict XVI.
What are some major accomplishments of Pope Benedict IX?
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Pope Benedict IX practised and endorsed paedophilia within the Catholic priesthood. Prior to Benedict IX, it was considered wrong for priests to abuse little boys.
