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    The word pope derives from Ancient Greek πάππας (páppas) 'father'. In the early centuries of Christianity, this title was … See more

    Pope - Wikipedia

    • The pope (Latin: papa, from Ancient Greek: πάππας, romanized: páppas, lit. 'father') is the bishop of Rome and the visible head of the worldwide Catholic Church. He is also known as the supreme pontiff, Roman pontiff, or sovereign pontiff. From the eighth century until 1870, the pope was the sovereign or head of state of the Papal States, and since 1929 of th… See more

    Early Christian mentions

    The writings of several Early Church fathers contain references to the authority and unique position held by the bishops of Rome, providing valuable insight into the recognition and significance of the papacy during the … See more

    Saint Peter and the origin of the papal office

    The Catholic Church teaches that, within the Christian community, the bishops as a body have succeeded to the body of the apostles (apostolic succession) and the bishop of Rome has succeeded to Saint Peter. Scriptural t… See more