Pope Pius X

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Birth Name: Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto

Born: 2 June 1835 Died: 20 August 1914

Country of origin: Italy

Relationship Status: Single

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Description: Pope Saint Pius X born Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto, was Pope from 4 August 1903 to his death in 1914. He was canonized in 1954. Pius X is known for vigorously opposing modernist interpretations of Catholic doctrine, promoting traditional devotional practices and orthodox theology. His most important reform was to publish the first Code of Canon Law, which collected the laws of the Church into one volume for the first time. He was also considered a pastoral pope, in the sense of encouraging personal holiness, piety and a daily lifestyle reflecting deep Christian values. He was born in the town of Riese, which would later append &q ... (more)

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