Historical Events tagged with "rerum novarum"
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Pope Leo XIII Advocates for Workers' Rights
Pope Leo XIII published the encyclical Rerum Novarum, addressing the rights of laborers and the moral obligations of property owners. This document emphasized the need for balance between the rights of workers and the ownership of property within an industrialized society. It sought to promote justice, advocating for fair wages and safe working conditions while underscoring the importance of private property as a natural right. Rerum Novarum laid the groundwork for modern Catholic social teachings, responding to the social issues raised by the Industrial Revolution.
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