Incredibili

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Incredibili ( Latin : Incredible) is an encyclical of Pope Pius IX. , he wrote on September 17, 1863 about the "Persecution in New Granada " (today: Colombia ).

The recipients of this circular were the Archbishop of Santa Fe de Bogota and the Bishop of New Granada. The Pope first described the political situation and the persecution of the Catholic Church , because the official rights of bishops and priests were restricted, land and buildings were expropriated and work in the parishes was hindered.

Pius IX In the further course he rejected the attacks of the government and described some blatant riots, in addition, he complained about the active participation of some clergy who supported the government. With harsh words he condemned the government of New Granada and called for the withdrawal of all measures and laws passed by the government. Finally, he called on all clergy, believers and religious orders to resist in the name of God .

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