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What is a "cultus" in relation to Pope Gregory X's beatification?

  • A type of clothing

  • A religious doctrine

  • A sacred text

  • Devotion approval

Answer

In the context of Pope Gregory X's beatification, "cultus" refers to the devotion or veneration paid to a deceased person considered to have attained sainthood. It involves the recognition and celebration of their exemplary life and virtues, leading to their elevation to the status of a beatified individual within the Catholic Church.
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