Events tagged with "original sin"

Historical Events tagged with "original sin"

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Religion & Philosophy

Pope Pius IX Defines Immaculate Conception

December 8th, 1854 170 years ago

Pope Pius IX issued the apostolic constitution Ineffabilis Deus, proclaiming the dogma of the Immaculate Conception. This dogma asserts that the Blessed Virgin Mary was conceived without Original Sin, emphasizing her purity and special role in salvation history. The declaration was made at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, amidst a backdrop of significant theological discussions within the Catholic Church. The proclamation aimed to clarify Mary's nature in the context of Catholic teachings and solidify the faith of believers.