Pope Leo XIII
Pope and author of Rerum Novarum
Born
Died
1903
123 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Vatican City
Links & References
Served as the head of the Catholic Church from 1878 to 1903. Notable for significant engagement with contemporary social issues, he authored the encyclical Rerum Novarum in 1891, which addressed the rights of workers and capitalism's effects on society. Focused on the relationship between the church and modern society, and promoted the principles of social justice. Advocated for education, particularly for the clergy, to effectively address issues of the time.
Authored the encyclical Rerum Novarum
Revitalized the Catholic Church's engagement with social issues
Promoted the doctrine of social justice
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