| Creator |
Daunou, P. C. F. (Pierre Claude François), 1761-1840 |
| Title |
The Power of the Popes
An Historical Essay on Their Temporal Dominion, and the Abuse of Their Spiritual Authority
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Power of the Popes" by P. C. F. Daunou is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the evolution of papal authority, particularly the intersection of spiritual power and temporal dominion over the centuries. The text scrutinizes the historical context and claims made by the popes, especially in their attempts to assert their political influence alongside their spiritual leadership. The opening of the text provides a foundation for the historical inquiry into the origins of the papal temporal power, starting from the establishment of early Christian authority. Daunou emphasizes that the original teachings of Jesus Christ did not support any form of political sovereignty, asserting that early popes were more focused on spiritual duties rather than governance. As he progresses, the text challenges the legitimacy of the papal claims to temporal authority, tracing the articulation of their power in later centuries, notably by examining how misattributed documents and historical events shaped the public perception and reality of papal supremacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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| Subject |
Papacy -- History
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| Subject |
Popes -- Temporal power
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
39267 |
| Release Date |
Mar 12, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 17, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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