Thursday, August 26, 2010

Statue of Pius XII in Vatican Basilica

Pio XII
Pont. Max.
S.R.E. Cardinales
Ab Eo Creati

As was custom, after he passed away the cardinals whom he had created had this statue erected in St. Peter's Basilica sacred to his memory.
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2 comments:

  1. GeoffreyAugust 26, 2010 at 1:17 PM

    When did this custom begin? Was this custom continued after later pontificates? What a fascinating "coffee-table" book could be made!

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  2. AnonymousAugust 26, 2010 at 2:07 PM

    Was Pius XII not the last to get one?

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