Diu satis
Diu satis ( Latin : long enough) is an encyclical written by Pope Pius VII , with which on May 15, 1800 he called for the "return to the principles of the gospel ". He wrote this encyclical in exile at the Abbey of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice , which was under Austrian protection.
introduction
Pius VII explains that he has been silent "long enough" because two months had already passed since he had been called to the highest office. The circular is now necessary and not a pleasant task for him. He refers to his predecessor Pius VI. , who died in exile in 1799 and ruled for a long time amid political difficulties. Pius VII wished that he could acquire its strength and wisdom.
The conclave
He expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the protection granted by Emperor Franz , Apostolic King of Hungary and King of Bohemia . It was thanks in particular to the emperor that the conclave came together to elect a successor.
The power and strength of the church
So it has even been proven, explains Pius VII, that the enemies of the church did not succeed in overthrowing the "house of God". The order and tradition of the Roman popes after Peter were continued and secured. This is a full demonstration of strength and at the same time evidence of life-giving faith.
Against the expulsion from Rome
In the further course of his encyclical the Pope declares that the expulsion of the Pope from Rome is directed against the will of God . The Pope describes the intruders as false apostles and accuses them of heresy ; moreover, their writings are directed against the words of the Holy Scriptures .
Exhortation
The exhortation ends with an urgent wish and a warning to renew the traditional state of the gospel. The return to the principles of the Gospel, namely the seat of the Pope in Rome and full sovereignty are evidenced in and by the Gospel.
