Pope Benedict XIV

Miguel Cabrera was able to paint in a variety of textures and he provided another level of sensory awareness to viewers. An individual can clearly distinguish the velvet on the chair, the satin robe and underskirt, leather gloves, and lace-lined shirt. Color is an important factor in this painting as well. The dark background is highlighted by the rich colored walls and the curtain provides a direct contrast to the bright color red. This contrast helps viewers ' eyes to focus on the figure of Manuel Joseph Rubio y Salinas. Red is not only a crucial color for Spain, but it also represents the archbishop 's ecclesiastical position. A painting analogous to this work that Miguel Cabrera might have been influenced by was Pierre Subleyras ' Pope Benedict XIV (Fig. 2). It features a similar composition to Cabrera 's painting, and it was completed in 1745 in Italy. Moreover, this similarity displays a common pattern for this type of subject matter, and a model for artists to employ when displaying figures with ecclesiastical…

One comments that they tend to update at least once every few days when they are home and three to four times a day when they are traveling. It is wonderful that it “allows updates instantly” another comments. The documentary goes on to include that Pope Benedict III does not only allow social media sites but, encourages the members to use sights to spread their gospel truths. He also expresses his concern because there have been many instances where people have become confused or angered by…

Library). At the time of the crimes Joan did not realize that she had been doing something against the law. Then on May 30 she was taken to Roven and was burned at stake where more than 10,000 people had watched (“Joan of Arc Biography”). After the death, King Charles ordered an investigation that declared Joan innocent of all charges and designated martyr (“Joan of Arc Biography”). Even though King Charles would not attempt to get her out of prison after her death he ordered an investigation…

By definition, Apostolic means “having been sent”, which means that Christ has sent the church into the world. The Church is built upon the continued tradition that the Apostles and the followers of Christ have carried. The previous statement is displayed even today with Pope Francis connecting his teachings with every prior Pope, dating back to St. Peter. The Apostolic nature of the Church helps her faithful identity and mission to stay rooted in Christ. The Church is built on the foundation…

Martyrdom has been cited as a “form of total love for God” (Pope Benedict XVI). In a time when Christians were being persecuted for their worship of God, or more specifically a refusal to worship the emperor, martyrdom was practically an honor bestowed upon unrepentant Christians. The Martyrdom of Sts. Perpetua and Felicitas is a rare first-hand account of sacrifice in its truest form. Perpetua writes of her numerous visions and encounters while mentally preparing herself for the death of a…

measured in the form of wealth, which is artificial in terms of real spiritual importance. However, Hildegard believed success could be gained through the development of self by understanding the natural world. In conclusion, Hildegard of Bingen helps to provide one with a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith through the interpretations of her visions. She lived a life of spiritual fulfillment by the time she died at the age of eighty two on September 17th, 1179 (Singer 57). However, her…

article about a legendary female pope, or popesse, appealed to me as a Catholic who has learned a lot about Church history in nine years of Catholic schooling. A pope had a lot of influence in the Middle Ages as the head of the highly powerful Church, and the idea of an accidental female pope interested me due to the low status of women at the time. I also enjoy reading stories about mysterious legends and myths. Noble wrote this article intending to explain where her story came from, why she…

individuals who believe in the value of an education at Saint Benedict School and wish to see the school reach its maximum potential. “If you want the best for your kids – this is it.” Members agreed that the school’s strengths include: • Strong student participation in the community “The kids are happy, educated, and well rounded. They participate in the faith community and in the larger community.” • A caring, community atmosphere “They go extra step to make sure kids are doing well…

Overarching Theme in the Rule of St. Benedict In The Rule of St. Benedict, a large section of the work is devoted to analyzing humility, which seems to run as an overarching theme throughout the work itself. While a focus on all twelve stages of the humility is too large in scope for this assignment, I will be focusing on the fear of the Lord and humility manifest in all facets of life. Prior to analyzing humility, it is important to first define what it is and why it is important. Saint…

Benedict Arnold A man, who was once known as one of the greatest generals involved in the revolutionary war, quickly gained the reputation of a traitor to America. General Benedict Arnold suddenly betrayed America and joined the British enemy. Much controversy is raised when discussing the reason Arnold chose to switch sides, but historical documents clear unanswered questions and have the potential to justify his reasons. From a different perspective, his actions signify personal gain, but…