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Sixtus I, Pope Saint
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(Latin: semtus, the sixth)
Also written as Xystus. Reigned from 116 to 125. Born in Rome, Italy; died there. Although various dates are given for his pontificate, it is certain that he reigned about ten years. As pope he passed three ordinances:
- only priests may touch the sacred vessels
- bishops returning from the Apostolic See to their dioceses must present Apostolic letters
- the priest shall recite the Sanctus with the people during the Mass
Feast, Roman Calendar, April 6,.
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Entry for 'Sixtus I, Pope Saint'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​ncd/​s/sixtus-i-pope-saint.html. 1910.
Entry for 'Sixtus I, Pope Saint'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​ncd/​s/sixtus-i-pope-saint.html. 1910.