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Your answer was: Pope Paul V. |
Answer: The facade of St. Peter's Basicila is solemn and imposing, and it was designed by Carlo Maderno in 1612 The translated the inscription on the front facade of St. Peter's Basilica reads: "In honor of the Apostles; Paul V Borghese, Supreme Pontiff in the year 1612, the seventh of his pontificate." The inscription makes the point for everyone to know without question that the works were carried out under Pope Paul V Borghese (1605-1621). Counter-Reformation rebuilders of St. Peter’s, specifically the Borghese Pope Paul V, shamelessly carved his own name in big bold letters over its entrance, as if the church were dedicated to him and not the Prince of the Apostles. 
St. Peter's Basicila • Felline, Graziano. "Facade of Saint Peter's Basilica, Rome." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 19 Nov 2020. Web. 03 Feb 2022. |
