2007-11-04 14:10:38 · 3 answers · asked by auntfran8 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
A cardinal is a counselor of the pope. There are several types. For an in-depth study of the subject please go to this link.
http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/03333b.htm
2007-11-04 14:21:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
though i do not have a precise answer, perhaps i can clarify further. the term cardinal probably originated from late latin cardinalis, which means principal or important. The early cardinals were important priests who assisted the pope in various matters. It is in the middle of their name most likely due to tradition, as well as the all encompassing nature and importance of their role.
2007-11-04 22:28:20 · answer #2 · answered by wood4thefire 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I've always imagined a comma, as Cardinal is a title. Sort of like "Alfred, Lord Tennyson".
2007-11-04 22:17:06 · answer #3 · answered by Doc Occam 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋