How All Modern Popes Share a Common "Ancestor"
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The Roman Catholic Popes' family tree is not based on biological relationships but Episcopal genealogy, tracing back to the original Apostles appointed by Jesus. Various churches claim Apostolic succession, with over 90% of Catholic Bishops descending from Cardinal Cipion Riva, and the lineage of the last 12 popes can be traced back to him.
Insights
- The family tree of Roman Catholic Popes is based on Episcopal genealogy, not biological relationships, tracing back to the original Apostles appointed by Jesus, emphasizing Apostolic succession across various Christian denominations.
- Cardinal Cipion Riva's lineage, connecting to over 90% of Catholic Bishops today, plays a significant role in the lineage of the last 24 Popes, including Pope Francis, shaping key events such as the introduction of dogmas by Pope Pius IX, resolution of Vatican issues by Pope Pius XI, and the modernization efforts of Pope John XXIII and Pope John Paul II's extensive global outreach.
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Recent questions
What is Apostolic succession?
The belief that Bishops trace lineage to Jesus' Apostles.
Who can trace their lineage back to Pope Clement XIII and Cardinal Cipion Riva?
Pope Francis can trace his Episcopal lineage back.
What did Pope Pius IX introduce during his papacy?
Immaculate Conception and papal infallibility dogmas.
What issue did Pope Pius XI resolve during his papacy?
Prisoner in the Vatican issue by creating Vatican City.
What did Pope John XXIII initiate during his papacy?
Vatican II Council aimed at modernizing the church.