Home > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Denominations > Catholicism > Reference > Catholic Encyclopedia > D > Decorations, Pontifical
Decorations, Pontifical
http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/04667a.htmThe titles of nobility, orders of Christian knighthood and other marks of honour and distinction which the papal court confers upon men of unblemished character who have in any way promoted the interests of society, the Church, and the Holy See.
Submitted in section: Religion & Spirituality: Christianity: Denominations: Catholicism: Reference: Catholic Encyclopedia: D: Decorations, Pontifical