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Vatican's Darkest Secrets Revealed: What Are They Hiding About Our True History?
Beyond the physical opulence of the Vatican lies an intellectual wealth that is potentially far more significant. The Archives house an estimated 85 kilometers of shelving, a testament to the Catholic Church's millennium-long existence. This place is not merely a monument to history; it is history itself, manifested in parchments, scrolls, and books. And if we observe the annals of the Vatican Secret Archives, we might go on a journey through the Church's shadowy corridors, whispering tales of the unseen, the unheard, and the unknown. It is a quest that takes us to the precipice of faith and history, illuminating the mysteries that lie within the Vatican's heart.
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But first, let’s begin with the Vatican State itself. The Vatican City State's foundation dates back to February 11th, 1929. Its genesis ties back to the Lateran Pacts of 1929 between Italy and the Holy See. This agreement recognized the Holy See's complete sovereignty over the territory matching Rome's city, thereby establishing Catholicism as Italy's official religion.
With a modest population of around 840 and spanning an area of roughly 108 acres or 44 hectares, the Vatican resides in Rome, Italy. It holds the title of the world's smallest independent country in terms of population and area. The Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, Raphael's Rooms, St. Peter's Basilica and the breathtaking architecture of one of the most historic places in human history. As a beacon of the Roman Catholic faith, the Vatican's power and influence over its religious followers are indisputable. The Holy See's authority reaches Catholics worldwide. Within the city's walls, north of Saint Peter's Basilica, stands the Vatican Palace, serving as the Pope's residence.
The Pope, regarded as one of the most powerful figures globally, has significant religious influence. His residence, the Vatican, carries the legacy of the Etruscans, a mysterious civilization that inhabited central Italy over 3000 years ago. Despite their advancements in engineering, art, and architecture, we know little about their language or beliefs.
The name "Vatican" has no roots in the Bible, Greek, or Latin. Instead, it originates from the Etruscan God "Vatis," the deity of divine communication and prophecy. Believing Vatis dwelled in an underground cave, the Etruscans built their temples atop these caves for communion with the deity. Interestingly, the Vatican today still stands over an ancient Etruscan cave. Legend has it that the Pope communicates with Vatis through a secret tunnel connecting the Vatican to this cave. The truth of this is uncertain, but it clearly signifies the Vatican's pagan roots.
In October 2019, the Vatican Secret Archives underwent a name change to become the Vatican Apostolic Archives. Established by Paul the 5th in the mid-17th century, the Apostolic Archives, one of the world's oldest institutions, serves as the Holy See's central repository for its documents, deeds, and acts. It is among the world's most extensive archives and also houses the personal records of the Pope, under his authority.
Even for approved researchers, there are multiple challenges to overcome. Researchers must specify the documents they are interested in within this extensive collection; random browsing is not permitted. They can request up to three documents, which they must identify from dense catalogs provided by the archive custodians. While researchers peruse these catalogs—available only in manuscript form in Latin and Italian—they are kept under close supervision. Time restrictions are also in place: if researchers exceed their allocated time, they are asked to leave the archives, although they may return the next day for another attempt.
Furthermore, the catalogs do not contain all of the Vatican's documents. They only list documents that are more than 75 years old, and they omit many documents that are deemed unfit for public viewing, regardless of their age.
Suppose you're a researcher who has successfully secured approval for entry into the Vatican archives. You navigate the security procedures and enter the premises. However, even then you cannot immediately explore the documents. You must wait until an official grants you permission to examine a maximum of three folders per day. These folders are not organized systematically, and you essentially have to dive into a sea of unsorted information. For many researchers, finding a document of importance can take years due to this disarray. Even upon discovering something significant, the Church requires that all findings be disclosed to them. The Church then decides whether the researcher can use the discovered information, a stipulation that carries its own implications.
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