What has been one great characteristic of the Papacy?

Answer

A union of church and state, or the religious power dominating the civil power to further its ends.

For what purpose were the Scriptures written?
What is the gift of God?
How only do any become children of God?
What did Christ say of those who will to do God's will?
19. In what prophetic language was the varying strength of the ten kingdoms of the divided empire indicated?
What definite period is mentioned under this trumpet?
In bereavement, like whom should we not sorrow?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle