How is Pius IX's papacy best described?
Shortest in history
Most liberal
Most conservative
Longest in history
Answer
Longest papal reign in history, spanning nearly three decades from 1846 to 1878. Marked by significant events such as the First Vatican Council, which defined papal infallibility, and the loss of the Papal States, leading to the unification of Italy. Pius IX's papacy was a crucial period in shaping the modern Catholic Church and its relationship with changing political and social landscapes.
The Pontiff's Prowess: Unveiling the Legacy of Pope Pius IX
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