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LEO XIII (1810-1903). Pope (1878-1903). Coronation
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LEO XIII (1810-1903). Pope (1878-1903). Coronation
LEO XIII (1810-1903). Pope (1878-1903). Coronation of Pope Leo XIII in the Sistine Chapel on 3th March 1878. ITALY. Rome. Institute for the history of the Italian Risorgimento
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This evocative image captures the momentous occasion of the coronation of Pope Leo XIII in the hallowed halls of the Sistine Chapel on March 3, 1878. Born Vincenzo Gioacchino Pecci in Carpineto, Italy, in 1810, Leo XIII ascended to the papacy in 1878, following the death of Pope Pius IX. His 25-year reign marked a significant period in the history of the Catholic Church and Italian Risorgimento. The Sistine Chapel, a masterpiece of Renaissance art, provided the backdrop for this grand ceremony. As the new Pope, Leo XIII was adorned with the triple tiara, symbolizing his spiritual, temporal, and eternal power. The scene is filled with a sense of reverence and awe, as the Catholic world came together to witness this momentous event. Leo XIII is remembered for his progressive views on social issues, including the establishment of the Rerum Novarum encyclical, which addressed the rights and conditions of the working class. He also played a pivotal role in the political unification of Italy, which had been a long-standing goal of the Italian people. This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a testament to the rich history and enduring significance of the Catholic Church and the papacy. It serves as a reminder of the faith, beliefs, and traditions that have shaped the world for centuries, and continue to inspire and influence us today.
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