What was Peter's Pence?
A new coin
A tax reform
A charitable donation
A political party
Answer
Peter's Pence, a charitable donation traditionally given to the Pope, originated in England during the 8th century. It was originally a penny collected annually from each English household on the feast of Saint Peter and Paul (June 29th). Over time, the practice spread to other parts of Europe and became a significant source of revenue for the Catholic Church.
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