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TIL Dictatus papae, 27 powers arrogated to the pope, including papal supremacy, such as: Only the Pope can with right be called "Universal". All princes shall kiss the feet of the Pope alone. His name alone shall be spoken in the churches. His title is unique in the world. No one may judge him.

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