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(The). “Catholicus,” a title inherited by the King of Spain; as the monarch of England is entitled “Fidei Defensor,” and the King of France was styled “Christianissimus.” (See page 228,…Catholic Saints
/* /*]]>*/ The Roman Catholic Church recognizes more than 10,000 saints. Can you name just ten based on their qualities?Roman Catholic Pontiffs
Here is a list of all the popes, from St. Peter to Francis I. Reigned Name Birthplace From To St. Peter Bethsaida 42? 67? St. Linus Tuscia c. 67 76 St…Brewer's: Catholic Association
(The), 1756. The first Catholic Association was formed for the purpose of obtaining relief from disabilities. In 1760 the association was re-established on a more representative basis, but…Brewer's: Catholic Church
(The). The Church considered as a whole, as distinguished from parish churches. When the Western Church broke off from the Eastern, the Eastern Church called itself the Orthodox Church,…Brewer's: Catholic Epistles
(The) of the New Testament are those Epistles not addressed to any particular church or individual. Conventionally they are seven- viz. 1 James, 2 Peter, 1 Jude, and 3 John; but 2 John is…Brewer's: Catholic King
(The) or His Catholic Majesty. A title given by the Pope to Ferdinand, King of Aragon (1452, 1474-1516), for expelling the Moors from Spain. This was about as unwise as the revocation of…Brewer's: Catholic League
(The), 1614. A confederacy of Catholics to counter-balance the Evangelic League (q.v.) of Bohemia. The two Leagues kept Germany in perpetual disturbance, and ultimately led to the Thirty…Brewer's: Catholic Majesty
759. A title given by Gregory III. to Alfonso I., King of Asturias. Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894Catholic ReliefCatholic League A B C D E F G H I…Brewer's: Catholic Relief
(See Catholic Association.) Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894Catholic RentCatholic Majesty A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W…