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Religion & Philosophy

Karol Wojtyła Elevated to Cardinal by Pope Paul VI

June 26th, 1967 57 years ago

Karol Wojtyła, the Archbishop of Kraków, was elevated to the rank of cardinal by Pope Paul VI during a consistory held in Rome. This significant event marked Wojtyła's rising prominence within the Catholic Church, highlighting his influential role in Poland and beyond. The consistory gathered various bishops and cardinals at St. Peter's Basilica, where Wojtyła’s elevation underscored Pope Paul VI's vision for the Church's leadership and its engagement in contemporary issues. Wojtyła’s commitment to social justice and human rights was an essential element of his work, which would continue to shape his papacy later.

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