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Pope Pius X (Italian: Pio X; born Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto; 2 June 1835 – 20 August 1914) was head of the Catholic Church from 4 August 1903 to his death in August 1914. Pius X is known for vigorously opposing modernist interpretations of Catholic doctrine, and for promoting liturgical
May 29, 2024 · St. Pius X (born June 2, 1835, Riese, Venetia, Austrian Empire [now in Italy]—died August 20, 1914, Rome, Italy; canonized May 29, 1954; feast day August 21) was an Italian pope from 1903 to 1914, whose staunch political and religious conservatism dominated the early 20th-century Roman Catholic Church.
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The end for the Christ-like Pius came peacefully on August 20, 1914, and the world, though in the throes of a death struggle, paused to mourn the gentle and humble man whose last will and testament gave such an insight into his character.
Learn about the life and legacy of Pope Saint Pius X, who was born in 1835 and died in 1914. The web page does not mention his death date or cause, but focuses on his priesthood, episcopacy, and papacy.
6 days ago · Pope Pius X, born Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto, was the first Pope elected in the 20th century. He came to the papal office in 1903 and died 11 years later in 1914, just as World War I was...
Jun 5, 2024 · Pope Pius X was the 257th leader of the Catholic church, as well as the tenth to choose “Pius” as his name. His reigned as Pope and Bishop of Rome lasted 11 years and 16 days, from 1903 till his death in 1914.
Jun 27, 2005 · At about one o’clock on the morning of August 20, 1914, in the gentle peace of sleep, the magnificent fatherly heart that had loved and suffered so much was stilled by the Finger of God and beat no more. The glorious and beautiful soul of Pope Saint Pius X at last was blissfully where it had always longed to be — with the Heavenly Father.
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