papal
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Leaders of several armed and secessionist groups said the three‑day measure was in recognition of the "profound spiritual importance" of the papal visit, which starts on Wednesday, and the need to safeguard civilian life.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Aboard the papal plane on Monday, Leo told reporters: "The Gospel says... blessed are the peacemakers."
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
Mets owner Steven Cohen even posted Thursday evening on X, making reference to smoke appearing during papal elections, a sign that Tucker’s signing appeared imminent.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026
A committed Catholic, he received his papal knighthood in 2017 and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1991.
From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026
In 1605, Paul V had been elected Pope, and he made a determined effort to extend the authority of the Church and tighten the papal grip on Catholic states.
From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin
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"The Canterbury Tales" by Geoffrey Chaucer, The Pardoner's Prologue
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