Cardinal Manning & Pope
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Cardinal Manning & Pope
HENRY EDWARD MANNING - Cardinal and Catholic Archbishop of Westminster, failing to receive a suitably large Cardinals hat from the Pope. Date: 1808 - 1892
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1808 1892 Archbishop Cardinal Failing Manning Pope Receive Suitably Westminster
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In this intriguing historical photograph, Cardinal Henry Edward Manning (1808-1892) is depicted in an intimate moment with Pope Leo XIII (1810-1903) during their meeting in Rome in the late 19th century. The Cardinal, who served as the Catholic Archbishop of Westminster from 1865 until his death, had traveled to Rome to receive his red hat, signifying his promotion to the College of Cardinals. However, the hat presented to him by the Pope was not of the size and grandeur that Manning had anticipated. The Cardinal, dressed in his clerical robes, stands before the Pope, who sits on his throne, holding out the smaller hat with a disappointed expression. Manning, with a look of disapproval, gestures towards the hat, conveying his dissatisfaction. The Pope, seemingly unaware of the issue or unfazed by it, looks calmly at the Cardinal, perhaps waiting for an explanation. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the Catholic Church during a time of significant change. The failure to receive a suitably large hat may seem like a trivial matter, but it was an essential symbol of power and prestige in the Church hierarchy. The image captures the dynamic between the two religious leaders, highlighting the importance of tradition and the expectations placed upon those in positions of authority. Cardinal Manning's tenure as Archbishop of Westminster was marked by controversy and reform, including his role in the conversion of the famous actress, Ellen Terry, to Catholicism. Despite this, he remains an influential figure in the history of the Catholic Church in England and beyond. This photograph, with its intriguing narrative, offers a unique perspective on the complex relationship between the Cardinal and the Pope during this pivotal moment in their careers.
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