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Pontifix (2)

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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is hence also the title in the Roman Catholic Church of the archbishop or bishop of a diocese. The pope himself is styled the sovereign pontifex, or pontiff (q.v.). (J. H. W.)

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Pontifix (2)'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​p/pontifix-2.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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