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  1. Holy See, The Holy See, State of the Vatican Citynoun

    the smallest sovereign state in the world; the see of the Pope (as the Bishop of Rome); home of the Pope and the central administration of the Roman Catholic Church; achieved independence from Italy in 1929

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  1. the holy see

    The Holy See is the ecclesiastical jurisdiction of the Catholic Church in Rome, the episcopal jurisdiction of the Diocese of Rome. It is the central point of reference for the church everywhere and the main governing body of the Catholic Church. The term "Holy See" is used to refer to the Pope and the Roman Curia - the administrative institutions that assist him in governing the Church. It is also recognized as a sovereign entity by international law, with diplomatic relations and diplomatic privileges extended to many countries worldwide.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of the holy see in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of the holy see in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of the holy see in a Sentence

  1. Philip Wilson:

    I intend to lodge an appeal against my conviction, i do not intend to resign at this time. However, if I am unsuccessful in my appeal, I will immediately offer my resignation to the Holy See.

  2. George Pell:

    It is important to point out that the Vatican is not broke ... the Holy See is paying its way, while possessing substantial assets and investments.

  3. Daniel DiNardo:

    Enhanced by what I experienced here, we will prepare to advance proposals, in communion with Holy See See, in each of these areas so that my brother bishops can consider them at our June General Assembly.

  4. The Vatican:

    As the proceedings continue to develop, the Holy See recalls that the cardinal has always maintained his innocence ... and that it is his right to appeal to the High Court.

  5. Timothy Dolan:

    Cardinal McCarrick was advised of the charge, and, while maintaining his innocence, fully cooperated in the investigation. The Holy See was alerted as well, and encouraged us to continue the process.

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