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Julien Ries

Belgian cardinal and historian (1920-2013) · Belgium · On the map · Religious Figures · Died at 92

Julien Ries was a Belgian religious historian, titular archbishop and cardinal of the Catholic Church. Prior to his death, Ries was described as "the greatest living religious scholar".

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A typical day, 30 days to 8 October 2026

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Awards

Prix Dumas-Millier1986
Grand Officer of the Order of Leopold II
Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre
Knight Grand Cross in the Order of the Holy Sepulchre

About this person

Country
Belgium
Category
Religious Figures
Type
Religious Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1920 to 2013 · aged 92