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Leo XIII

The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
Leo XIII 1810-1903, pope (1878-1903), an Italian (b. Carpineto, E of Rome) named Gioacchino Pecci; successor of Pius IX. Ordained in 1837, he earned an excellent reputation as archbishop of Perugia (1846-77), and was created cardinal in 1853. Leo's election brought a turn in the course of the papacy ; he was abreast of the times and tried, especially by preaching to the whole church, in encyclical letters, to form Roman Catholic attitudes appropriate to living in the modern world. His influence was increased by the length of his reign; thus he was able to furnish the college of cardinals with... Read more
Leo XIII
Leo XIII Leo XIII (1810-1903), who was pope from 1878 to 1903, is known for his social reforms...enjoyed since the Middle Ages. Vincenzo Gioacchino Pecci, who became Pope Leo XIII, was born on March 2, 1810, in Carpineto, Italy. He was educated by the... Read more
Leo XIII
Leo XIII (1810–1903). Pope from 20 Feb. 1878. Born Giocchino Vincenzo Pecci, he was sent to Perugia as archbishop in 1845. He immediately... Read more

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