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Pius X.
1835 – 1914
About this person
Wikipedia SummaryPope Pius X was head of the Catholic Church from 4 August 1903 until his death in August 1914. He opposed modernist interpretations of Catholic doctrine, and promoted liturgical reforms and Thomist scholastic theology. He initiated the preparation of the 1917 Code of Canon Law, the first comprehensive and systemic work of its kind, which was ultimately promulgated by his successor. He is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church.
Biographical & Professional Details
Date of birth
June 2, 1835
Riese Pio X
Date of death
August 20, 1914
Apostolic Palace
Citizenship
Kingdom of Italy
Occupations & fields
Catholic priesttransitional deaconCatholic bishop
Awards & honours
Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre
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