Populorum Progressio

On the Development of Peoples

St. Paul VI1967-03-26Current

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Overview

Calls for integral human development, international solidarity, just trade, aid, peace, and action against global poverty.

Why This Document Matters

It made development a major theme of Catholic social doctrine and influenced later teaching on solidarity and global justice.

Historical Context

Issued by St. Paul VI in 1967, this papal encyclical addresses the pastoral, doctrinal, or governing needs of its period while remaining part of the Church's continuing documentary tradition.

Authority and Status

Genre: Papal Encyclical
Authority class: Papal encyclical
Juridical force: Doctrinal and pastoral
Current status: Current
Promulgated: 1967-03-26

Authoritative papal teaching; the weight of individual statements depends on their wording, subject, continuity, and intent.

Key Points

Social TeachingHuman Dignity & LifeEvangelization & Mission

Major Themes

Social TeachingHuman Dignity & LifeEvangelization & Mission

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