The pope's theologian. This office began with Saint Dominic's appointment, 1218. The functions tenqed to develop the Palace school, which became the Roman University in 1513. The right to condemn, and give permission to print books were once exclusive prerogatives of this office. The post is now mostly one of honor.
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