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Vatican II

The Second Vatican Council, known to many simply as Vatican II, was the twenty first Ecumenical council of the Roman Catholic Church. In other words, Vatican2 was a council of Roman Catholic Church Bishops, Cardinals Leaders and theologians who met for a series of conferences during which they discussed and made decisions about issues important to the Roman Catholic faith

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The Roman Empire and the Vatican

The Vatican(Vaticano), or the Holy See, is the seat of authority of the Roman Catholic Church. But what exactly is the connection between the Roman Empire and the Vatican or the Roman Catholic Church in its entirety? Well, rangingfrom its language to its structure and, of course, its name, the Roman Catholic Church borrowed many characteristics from the Roman Empire and in some way skept many aspects of Ancient Rome alive until today.

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The Appartamento Borgia

The Appartamento Borgia is a group of special rooms in the Apostolic apartment of the Vatican which were constructed by Pope Alexander VI for personal use. The Appartamento Borgia rooms received their name from Pope Alexander VI’s family name, Borgia. It is in these rooms that the pope used to receive his special visitors among them kings, princes and political leaders.

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The Cappella Paolina

The Cappella Paolina is a chapel within the apostolic Palace in the Vatican City. The chapel was built by Antonio da Sangallo the Younger between 1538 and 15340 as part of the major reconstruction of the ceremonial rooms of the papal residence which was sponsored and commissioned by Pope Paul III Farnese.

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The Latinitas foundation

The Latinitas foundation was established in 1976 by Pope Paul VI. The main objectives of the foundation were: to promote the study of the Latin language, classical literature and Medieval Latin; and to promote the increased use of the Latin language through publishing articles in Latin and other suitable means. Therefore, The Latinitas foundation was an orgenization devoted to further the studies of the Latin language and increase its usage.

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The titular churches

Titular churches are Catholic churches which are assigned to one of the cardinal priests. During the 3rd and 4th centuries, regions of Rome started being divided into ecclesiastical districts. It was at this time that the word “titulus” was used to refer to the early Christian churches that were located around Rome. By then, the word “titular” was used to mean the founder of the church who also held property for the Universal Church.

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Vatican Olympic team of 2012

Vatican City is the smallest independent state in the world but this does not stop it from participating in international games just like the other nations. Vatican City also has national teams that represent it during various international competitions. The Vatican has greatly emphasized the positive role that sports can play in society and that is why it encourages its faithful to participate in sporting activities. Recently, the Vatican’s culture office opened a new “Culture and Sport” department.

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The ancient city of Rome

Do you think a person living in the Ancient city of Rome would recognize the city today? This is an interesting question as Rome is one of the cities that have undergone incredible changes since ancient times. Rome is one of the most ancient cities in the world and it is known for its importance and the big role it played in the development of the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church. During the ancient days, the city of Rome was faced with several challenges such as civil and political wars.

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Business in the Vatican

Just like any other state in the world, Vatican is a center of business activities that contribute greatly to its economy. Vatican City is the only independent state in the world within another city and Rome itself is a beehive of business activities. The Vatican is a state that attracts millions of tourists every year and this has largely contributed to its economic independence. The Vatican is a business center and it also has its own independent Bank- the Vatican Bank.

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Cardinal secretary of State

The Cardinal secretary of State is responsible for the political and diplomatic activities of the Holy See. It is as a result of his many responsibilities that he is referred to as the Prime Minister of the Vatican City or Holy See.

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