The Name Vatican And Etruscan Goddess Vatika Of The Underworld – What Is The Connection?
Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - We are today so used to the name that we hardly think about how the Vatican got its name. The truth is that the name Vatican is neither Latin nor Greek and cannot be traced to the Bible. The Vatican is a symbol of the Catholic Church.
The word we associate with the Church is closely linked to the Etruscan goddess Vatika. As you are about to discover, the name "Vatican" predates Christianity and is shrouded in mystery.
Inside The Vatican City State
The Vatican City State was founded on February 11, 1929. The city has a population of around 840 and an area of approximately 108 acres (44 hectares).
The Vatican is a symbol of the Roman Catholic faith. Its power and influence on religious people cannot be denied, and the Holy See's authority extends over Catholics worldwide.
The Vatican is renowned for its stunning architecture, including the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square, and St. Peter's Basilica. The Vatican Palace, north of St. Peter's Basilica, is the Pope's residence within the city walls. The Vatican Museums are filled with masterpieces of painting, sculpture, and other works of art collected by the popes throughout the centuries. The Vatican Apostolic Library is located inside the Vatican Palace.
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