JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Vatican.

  • Published In: Skeptic, 2025, v. 30, n. 2. P. 46 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: POSNER, GERALD 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Vatican's evolution from a religious institution to a sovereign state and financial powerhouse, examining its unique political, historical, and economic status. Topics include the Vatican's monarchical governance and diplomatic sovereignty, its historical financial struggles and dependence on outside financiers, and the creation of the Vatican Bank as a wartime strategy to gain financial autonomy and secrecy.

Additional Information

  • Source:Skeptic. 2025/04, Vol. 30, Issue 2, p46
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1063-9330
  • Accession Number:185267381

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