Papal Encyclicals and Bulls of the Last 800 Years

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Papal Encyclicals and Bulls of the Last 800 Years

A comprehensive collection of papal encyclicals, bulls, apostolic exhortations, and other major documents from approximately 1225 to present, organized by pope in reverse chronological order.

A comprehensive collection of papal encyclicals, bulls, apostolic exhortations, and other major documents from approximately 1225 to present, organized by pope in reverse chronological order.

Francis I (2013 - 2025)

The first Jesuit pope and first pope from the Americas, Francis has focused on social justice, environmental concerns, and church reform during his papacy.

Encyclicals:

2024 – Dilexit nos: On the love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
2020 – Fratelli tutti: On fraternity and social friendship, addressing global challenges and human dignity
2015 – Laudato si’: Landmark encyclical on environmental protection and climate change
2013 – Lumen Fidei: On faith, largely completed by Benedict XVI

Apostolic Exhortations:

2023 – C’est la Confiance: On confidence in the merciful love of God
2023 – Laudate Deum: To all people of good will on the climate crisis
2020 – Querida Amazonia: To the people of God and to all persons of good will
2019 – Christus Vivit: To young people and to the entire people of God
2018 – Gaudete et Exsultate: On the call to holiness in today’s world
2016 – Amoris laetitia: Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation on love in the family
2013 – Evangelii Gaudium: On the Proclamation of the Gospel in Today’s World

Apostolic Constitutions:

2022 – Praedicate Evangelium: On the Roman Curia and its service to the Church in the World
2021 – Pascite Gregem Dei: By which Book VI of the Code of Canon Law is reformed
2018 – Episcopalis Communio: On the Synod of Bishops
2018 – Veritatis Gaudium: On Ecclesiastical Universities and Faculties
2016 – Vultum Dei quaerere: On Women’s Contemplative Life

Apostolic Letters:

2022 – Desiderio Desideravi: On the liturgical formation of the People of God
2021 – Traditionis Custodes: On the use of the Roman Liturgy prior to the Reform of 1970
2019 – Aperuit Illis: Instituting the Sunday of the Word of God
2019 – Vos Estis Lux Mundi: On measures to combat sexual abuse
2017 – Magnum Principium: By which can. 838 of the Code of Canon Law is modified
2017 – Maiorem Hac Dilectionem: Regarding the offer of life
2016 – Misericordia et Misera: On Mercy and Peace

Benedict XVI (2005 - 2013)

A renowned theologian who served during a period of church scandals and secularization, becoming the first pope to resign in nearly 600 years.

Encyclicals:

2009 – Caritas in veritate: On integral human development in charity and truth, addressing economic and social issues
2007 – Spe Salvi: On Christian hope and its meaning for human existence
2005 – Deus Caritas Est: On Christian love, both divine and human

Apostolic Exhortations:

2012 – Ecclesia in Medio Oriente: On the Church in the Middle East: Communion and Witness
2011 – Africae Munus: On the Church in Africa In Service to Reconciliation, Justice and Peace
2010 – Verbum Domini: On the Word of God in the Life and Mission of the Church
2007 – Sacramentum Caritatis: Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation on the Eucharist

Apostolic Constitutions:

2009 – Anglicanorum Coetibus: Providing for Personal Ordinariates for Anglicans Entering Into Full Communion With The Catholic Church

Motu Proprio:

2007 – Summorum Pontificum: On the Roman Liturgy prior to the reform of 1970

John Paul II (1978 - 2005)

The first non-Italian pope in 455 years, he played a crucial role in ending communism in Eastern Europe and was a prominent figure on the world stage.

Encyclicals:

2003 – Ecclesia De Eucharistia: On the Eucharist in its relationship to the Church
1998 – Fides et Ratio: On the relationship between faith and reason
1995 – Ut Unum Sint: On commitment to ecumenism and Christian unity
1995 – Evangelium Vitae: On the value and inviolability of human life
1993 – Veritatis Splendor: On fundamental questions of moral theology
1991 – Centesimus Annus: On the hundredth anniversary of Rerum Novarum, addressing capitalism and social issues
1990 – Redemptoris Missio: On the permanent validity of the Church’s missionary mandate
1987 – Sollicitudo Rei Socialis: On social concerns and development of peoples
1987 – Redemptoris Mater: On the Blessed Virgin Mary in the life of the pilgrim Church
1986 – Dominum et Vivificantem: On the Holy Spirit in the life of the Church and the world
1985 – Slavorum Apostoli: On Saints Cyril and Methodius, apostles of the Slavs
1981 – Laborem Exercens: On human work and its dignity
1980 – Dives in Misericordia: On the mercy of God
1979 – Redemptor Hominis: His first encyclical, on Christ as redeemer of humanity

Apostolic Exhortations:

2003 – Ecclesia in Europa: On the Church in Europe
2003 – Pastores Gregis: On the Bishop, Servant of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for the Hope of the World
1999 – Ecclesia in Asia: On Jesus Christ the Saviour and His mission of love and service in Asia
1999 – Ecclesia in America: On the encounter with the living Jesus Christ: the way to conversion, communion and solidarity in America
1996 – Vita Consecrata: On the consecrated life and its mission in the Church and in the world
1995 – Ecclesia in Africa: On the Church in Africa and her evangelizing mission towards the year 2000
1992 – Pastores Dabo Vobis: On the formation of priests in the circumstances of the present day
1989 – Redemptoris Custos: On the person and mission of Saint Joseph in the life of Christ and of the Church
1988 – Christifideles Laici: On the vocation and the mission of the lay faithful in the Church and in the world
1984 – Reconciliatio et Paenitentia: On reconciliation and penance in the mission of the Church today
1984 – Redemptionis Donum: On religious life
1981 – Familiaris Consortio: On the role of the Christian family in the modern world
1979 – Catechesi Tradendae: On catechesis in our time

Apostolic Letters:

2002 – Rosarium Virginis Mariae: On the Most Holy Rosary
2001 – Novo Millennio Ineunte: At the beginning of the new millennium
1998 – Dies Domini: On keeping the Lord’s Day holy
1995 – Orientale Lumen: On the Eastern Churches
1994 – Ordinatio Sacerdotalis: On reserving priestly ordination to men alone
1994 – Tertio Millennio Adveniente: On preparation for the Jubilee of the Year 2000
1988 – Vicesimus Quintus Annus: On the 25th anniversary of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy
1988 – Euntes in Mundum: On the Millennium of the Baptism of Kievan Rus’
1988 – Mulieris Dignitatem: On the dignity and vocation of women
1987 – Duodecimum Saeculum: On the 1200th anniversary of the Second Council of Nicaea
1986 – Augustinum Hipponensem: On the 16th centenary of the conversion of St. Augustine
1984 – Salvifici Doloris: On the Christian meaning of human suffering
1980 – Dominicae Cenae: On the Mystery and Worship of the Eucharist
1980 – Egregiae Virtutis: Proclaiming Saints Cyril and Methodius Co-Patrons of Europe
1980 – Les Grandes Lignes: On the Catholic Universities

Apostolic Constitutions:

1996 – Universi Dominici Gregis: On the vacancy of the Apostolic See and the election of the Roman Pontiff
1992 – Fidei Depositum: On the publication of the Catechism of the Catholic Church
1990 – Ex Corde Ecclesiae: On Catholic Universities
1988 – Pastor Bonus: On the Roman Curia

John Paul I (1978)

The pontificate of John Paul I lasted only 33 days, so he did not have the opportunity to issue any encyclicals, apostolic exhortations, or apostolic constitutions. His brief pontificate was marked by a series of addresses and letters.

Paul VI (1963 - 1978)

Led the Church through the conclusion of Vatican II and its implementation, facing the challenges of modernization and social upheaval of the 1960s.

Encyclicals:

1968 – Humanae Vitae: Controversial encyclical reaffirming the Church’s teaching against artificial contraception
1967 – Populorum Progressio: On the development of peoples and social justice
1967 – Sacerdotalis Caelibatus: On priestly celibacy
1967 – Signum Magnum: On devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary
1966 – Christi Matri: On prayers for peace during October
1965 – Mysterium Fidei: On the Holy Eucharist
1965 – Mense Maio: On prayers during the month of May
1964 – Ecclesiam Suam: His first encyclical, on the Church’s path toward dialogue

Apostolic Exhortations:

1975 – Evangelii Nuntiandi: On evangelization in the modern world
1975 – Gaudete In Domino: On Christian joy
1974 – Paterna Cum Benevolentia: On Reconciliation within the Church
1974 – Nobis in Animo: On the Needs of the Church in the Holy Land
1974 – Marialis Cultus: On devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary

Apostolic Constitutions:

1975 – Romano Pontifici Eligendo: On the election of the Roman Pontiff
1969 – Missale Romanum: On the Roman Missal
1967 – Indulgentiarum Doctrina: On indulgences
1966 – Paenitemini: On fast and abstinence

Motu Proprio:

1967 – Sacrum Diaconatus Ordinem: On the diaconate
1966 – Ecclesiae Sanctae: On the implementation of Vatican II decrees
1964 – Sacram Liturgiam: On the sacred liturgy

St. John XXIII (1958 - 1963)

Known as „Good Pope John,‟ he convened the Second Vatican Council and promoted world peace during the Cold War.

Encyclicals:

1963 – Pacem In Terris: Famous encyclical on peace among all nations, addressing the nuclear age
1962 – Paenitentiam Agere: On the need for penance for the success of Vatican II
1961 – Aeterna Dei Sapientia: On the 15th centenary of the death of Pope St. Leo the Great
1961 – Mater Et Magistra: On Christianity and social progress
1959 – Princeps Pastorum: On the missions, native clergy, and lay participation
1959 – Grata Recordatio: On the rosary
1959 – Sacerdotii Nostri Primordia: On St. John Vianney and the priesthood
1959 – Ad Petri Cathedram: His first encyclical, on promoting truth, unity, and peace

Apostolic Constitutions:

1962 – Veterum Sapientia: On the promotion of the study of Latin
1961 – Humanae Salutis: Convening the Second Vatican Council

Apostolic Exhortations:

1961 – Aeterna Dei Sapientia: On the fifteenth centenary of the death of Pope St. Leo the Great

Other Documents:

1962 – Gaudet Mater Ecclesia: Opening address to the Second Vatican Council

Pius XII (1939 - 1958)

Led the Church through World War II and the early Cold War, addressing modern challenges while maintaining traditional teachings.

Encyclicals:

1958 – Ad Apostolorum Principis: On the Church in China and communist persecution
1958 – Meminisse Iuvat: On prayers for persecuted Christians
1957 – Miranda Prorsus: On communications
1957 – Le Pelerinage De Lourdes: On the pilgrimage to Lourdes
1957 – Invicti Athletae: On St. Andrew Bobola
1957 – Fidei Donum: On the present condition of Catholic missions in Africa
1956 – Datis Nuperrime: On the situation in Hungary
1956 – Laetamur Admodum: On prayers for peace in Poland, Hungary and the Middle East
1956 – Luctuosissimi Eventus: On prayers for peace and freedom for all peoples
1956 – Haurietis Aquas: On devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
1955 – Musicae Sacrae: On sacred music
1954 – Ad Caeli Reginam: On proclaiming the queenship of Mary
1954 – Ad Sinarum Gentem: On the Church in China
1954 – Ecclesiae Fastos: On St. Boniface
1954 – Sacra Virginitas: On consecrated virginity
1953 – Fulgens Corona: On the Marian year
1953 – Doctor Mellifluus: On St. Bernard of Clairvaux
1952 – Orientales Ecclesias: On the persecuted Eastern Churches
1951 – Ingruentium Malorum: On reciting the rosary
1951 – Sempiternus Rex Christus: On the Council of Chalcedon
1951 – Evangelii Praecones: On promotion of Catholic missions
1950 – Mirabile Illud: On prayers for peace
1950 – Humani Generis: Concerning false opinions that threaten to undermine Catholic doctrine
1950 – Summi Maeroris: On prayers for peace in the Near East
1950 – Anni Sacri: On a crusade of prayers for peace
1949 – Redemptoris Nostri Cruciatus: On the holy places in Palestine
1948 – In Multiplicibus Curis: On prayers for peace in Palestine
1948 – Auspicia Quaedam: On public prayers for world peace and solution of the Palestine problem
1947 – Optatissima Pax: On prescribing public prayers for social and world peace
1947 – Fulgens Radiatur: On St. Benedict
1947 – Mediator Dei: On the sacred liturgy
1946 – Deiparae Virginis Mariae: On the possibility of defining the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary as a dogma of faith
1946 – Quemadmodum: On care for the world’s destitute children
1945 – Orientales Omnes Ecclesias: On the 350th anniversary of the reunion of the Ruthenian Church with Rome
1945 – Communium Interpretes Doloraum: On prayers for peace
1944 – Orientalis Ecclesiae: On St. Cyril, Patriarch of Alexandria
1943 – Divino Afflante Spiritu: On promoting biblical studies
1943 – Mystici Corporis: On the Mystical Body of Christ
1940 – Saeculo Exeunte Octavo: On St. Jerome
1939 – Sertum Laetitiae: On the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Catholic hierarchy in the United States
1939 – Summi Pontificatus: His first encyclical, on the unity of human society

Apostolic Constitutions:

1953 – Christus Dominus: On the Eucharistic fast
1952 – Exsul Familia Nazarethana: On the spiritual care of migrants
1950 – Munificentissimus Deus: Defining the dogma of the Assumption
1947 – Sacramentum Ordinis: On holy orders

Apostolic Exhortations:

1957 – Il pellegrinaggio a Lourdes: On the centenary of the apparitions at Lourdes
1953 – Artissimum et dulcissimum: On the practice and teaching of the catechism
1950 – Menti Nostrae: On the development of holiness in priestly life
1950 – Exhortation to the Clergy of the Entire World
1949 – Conflictatio bonorum: On the struggle of good against evil
1948 – In auspicando super: On public prayers for world peace and the solution to the problem of Palestine
1940 – Iis qui operi: To the priests of the whole world

Pius XI (1922 - 1939)

Faced the rise of totalitarian regimes and defended the Church against fascism, communism, and secularism.

Encyclicals:

1937 – Ingravescentibus Malis: On the rosary
1937 – Nos Es Muy Conocida: On the religious situation in Mexico
1937 – Divini Redemptoris: On atheistic communism
1937 – Mit Brennender Sorge: On the Church and the German Reich, criticizing Nazi ideology
1936 – Vigilanti Cura: On motion pictures
1935 – Ad Catholici Sacerdotii: On the Catholic priesthood
1933 – Dilectissima Nobis: On oppression of the Church in Spain
1932 – Caritate Christi Compulsi: On the Sacred Heart and world distress
1932 – Acerba Animi: On the persecution of the Church in Mexico
1931 – Lux Veritatis: On the Council of Ephesus
1931 – Nova Impendet: On the economic crisis
1931 – Non Abbiamo Bisogno: On Catholic Action in Italy and fascist restrictions
1931 – Quadragesimo Anno: On reconstruction of the social order, 40 years after Rerum Novarum
1930 – Casti Connubii: On Christian marriage
1930 – Ad Salutem: On St. Augustine
1929 – Quinquagesimo Ante: On the priesthood
1929 – Mens Nostra: On promoting spiritual exercises
1929 – Divini Illius Magistri: On the Christian education of youth
1928 – Divini Cultus Sanctitatem: On Divine Worship
1928 – Rerum Orientalium: On fostering Oriental studies
1928 – Miserentissimus Redemptor: On reparation to the Sacred Heart
1928 – Mortalium Animos: On religious unity, addressing the ecumenical movement
1927 – Rerum condicio: On St. Francis of Assisi
1926 – Rite Expiatis: On St. Francis of Assisi
1926 – Rerum Ecclesiae: On Catholic missions
1926 – Iniquis Afflictisque: On the persecution of the Church in Mexico
1925 – Quas Primas: On the feast of Christ the King
1924 – Maximam Gravissimamque: On the French diocesan associations
1923 – Ecclesiam Dei: On St. Josaphat
1923 – Studiorum Ducem: On St. Thomas Aquinas
1923 – Rerum Omnium Perturbationem: On St. Francis de Sales
1922 – Ubi Arcano Dei Consilio: His first encyclical, on the peace of Christ

Benedict XV (1914 - 1922)

Led the Church through World War I, earning recognition as a peacemaker and advocate for humanitarian causes.

Encyclicals:

1921 – Fausto Appetente Die: On St. Dominic
1921 – In Praeclara Summorum: On Dante Alighieri
1921 – Sacra Propediem: On the Third Order of St. Francis
1920 – Annus Iam Plenus: On the children of central Europe
1920 – Principi Apostolorum Petro: On St. Ephrem the Syrian
1920 – Spiritus Paraclitus: On biblical interpretation and St. Jerome
1920 – Pacem, Dei Munus Pulcherrimum: On peace and Christian reconciliation after WWI
1919 – Paterno Iam Diu: On the children of central Europe
1919 – In Hac Tanta: On problems afflicting mankind after WWI
1918 – Quod Iam Diu: On the future peace conference
1917 – Humani Generis Redemptionem: On preaching the Word of God
1914 – Ad Beatissimi Apostolorum: His first encyclical, appealing for peace as WWI began

Apostolic Exhortations:

1917 – Dès le Début: On the outbreak of World War I
1915 – Allorché Fummo Chiamati: To the peoples at war and to their rulers
1914 – Ubi Primum: An appeal for peace

Bulls:

1920 – Divina Disponente: Establishing the Diocese of Kaifeng
1919 – Sedis Huius: On the establishment of the Diocese of Zhengzhou
1917 – Providentissima Mater: Promulgating the first Code of Canon Law
1915 – Incruentum Altaris: Proclaiming the patronage of St. Joseph over the universal Church

St. Pius X (1903 - 1914)

Known for his efforts to reform the Church and combat modernism, while promoting frequent Communion and early reception by children.

Encyclicals:

1912 – Lacrimabili Statu: On the Indians of South America
1912 – Singulari Quadam: On German labor unions
1911 – Iamdudum: On the law of separation in Portugal
1910 – Editae Saepe: On St. Charles Borromeo
1910 – Notre Charge Apostolique: On the errors of the Sillon movement in France
1909 – Communium Rerum: On St. Anselm of Canterbury
1907 – Praestantia Scripturae: On the decisions of the Biblical Commission
1907 – Pascendi Dominici Gregis: Against the doctrine of the modernists
1907 – Une Fois Encore: On the separation of Church and State
1906 – Gravissimo Officii Munere: On French marriages
1906 – Pieni L’animo: On the clergy in Italy
1906 – Tribus Circiter: On the Mariavites
1906 – Vehementer Nos: On the French law of separation
1905 – Il Fermo Proposito: On Catholic Action in Italy
1905 – Acerbo Nimis: On teaching Christian doctrine
1904 – Iucunda Sane: On Pope Gregory the Great
1904 – Ad Diem Illum Laetissimum: On the Immaculate Conception
1903 – E Supremi: His first encyclical, on the restoration of all things in Christ

Apostolic Exhortations:

1908 – Haerent Animo: To the Catholic clergy on priestly sanctity

Other Documents:

1911 – Divino Afflatu: On the reform of the Roman Breviary
1910 – The Oath Against Modernism: Prescribed for clergy
1910 – Quam Singulari: On early and frequent Communion
1908 – Sapienti Consilio: On the reorganization of the Roman Curia
1907 – Lamentabili Sane: Syllabus condemning the errors of the modernists
1904 – Commissum Nobis: Abolishing the „veto‟ in papal elections
1903 – Tra Le Sollecitudini: On sacred music

Leo XIII (1878 - 1903)

The „Pope of the Workers,‟ he addressed social issues and promoted Catholic social teaching while defending the Church’s intellectual tradition.

Encyclicals:

1902 – Dum Multa: On Ecuador
1902 – Fin Dal Principio: On the Church in Italy
1902 – Quae Ad Nos: On the Church in Peru
1902 – Mirae Caritatis: On the Most Holy Eucharist
1902 – In Amplissimo: On the Church in the United States
1902 – Quod Votis: On the new Catholic University
1901 – Graves De Communi Re: On Christian democracy
1901 – Gravissimas: On the religious orders in Portugal
1901 – Reputantibus: On the language question in Bohemia
1901 – Urbanitatis Veteris: On Hungarian Catholics
1900 – Omnibus Compertum: On unity among the Greek Melkites
1900 – Tametsi Futura Prospicientibus: On Jesus Christ our Redeemer
1899 – Annum Sacrum: On consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
1899 – Depuis le Jour: On the education of the clergy in France
1899 – Paternae: On the education of the clergy
1899 – Testem Benevolentiae Nostrae: Concerning new opinions, Americanism
1898 – Caritatis Studium: On the Church in Scotland
1898 – Spesse Volte: On the suppression of Catholic institutions
1897 – Affari Vos: On the Manitoba School Question
1897 – Augustissimae Virginis Mariae: On the Confraternity of the Holy Rosary
1897 – Divinum Illud Munus: On the Holy Spirit
1897 – Militantis Ecclesiae: On St. Peter Canisius
1896 – Apostolicae Curae: On Anglican ordinations
1896 – Fidentem Piumque Animum: On the Rosary
1896 – Satis Cognitum: On the unity of the Church
1895 – Adiutricem: On the rosary
1895 – Longinqua: To the Church in the United States
1895 – Permoti Nos: On social conditions in Belgium
1894 – Caritatis: On the Church in Poland
1894 – Christi Nomen: On the propagation of the Gospel among non-Christians
1894 – Orientalium Dignitas: On the Churches of the East
1893 – Ad Extremas: On Catholics in India
1893 – Laetitiae Sanctae: On the rosary
1893 – Providentissimus Deus: On the study of Holy Scripture
1892 – Au Milieu Des Sollicitudes: On the Church and State in France
1892 – Magnae Dei Matris: On the rosary
1891 – In Ipso: On episcopal reunions in Austria
1891 – Octobri Mense: On the rosary
1891 – Pastoralis: On religious union in Portugal
1891 – Pastoralis Officii: On the morality of dueling
1891 – Rerum Novarum: Landmark encyclical on capital and labor, founding Catholic social teaching
1890 – Catholicae Ecclesiae: On slavery in the missions
1890 – Dall’alto dell’Apostolico Seggio: On the Freemasons in Italy
1890 – Sapientiae Christianae: On Christians as citizens
1889 – Magni Nobis: On the Catholic University of America
1889 – Quamquam Pluries: On devotion to St. Joseph
1888 – Exeunte Iam Anno: On the right ordering of Christian life
1888 – In Plurimis: On the abolition of slavery
1888 – Libertas Praestantissimum: On the nature of human liberty
1888 – Paterna Caritas: On the recall of the Armenian dissidents
1886 – Iampridem: On Catholicism in Germany
1885 – Immortale Dei: On the Christian constitution of states
1884 – Humanum Genus: On Freemasonry
1884 – Nobilissima Gallorum Gens: On the religious question in France
1883 – Supremi Apostolatus Officio: On devotion of the rosary
1882 – Auspicato Concessum: On St. Francis of Assisi
1882 – Cum Multa: On conditions in Spain
1882 – Etsi Nos: On conditions in Italy
1881 – Diuturnum: On the origin of civil power
1880 – Arcanum: On Christian marriage
1880 – Grande Munus: On St. Cyril and Methodius
1880 – Sancta Dei Civitas: On the missions
1879 – Aeterni Patris: On the restoration of Christian philosophy according to St. Thomas Aquinas
1878 – Inscrutabili Dei Consilio: His first encyclical, on the evils of society
1878 – Quod Apostolici Muneris: On socialism

Bl. Pius IX (1846 - 1878)

The longest-reigning pope in history, he convened Vatican I and proclaimed the dogma of papal infallibility while facing the loss of the Papal States.

Encyclicals:

1877 – Dives In Misericordia Deus: On devotion to the Sacred Heart
1875 – Graves Ac Diuturnae: On the Church in Switzerland
1875 – Quod Nunquam: On the Church in Prussia
1874 – Gravibus Ecclesiae: On the Church in Germany
1874 – Omnem Sollicitudinem: On the Church in Armenia
1874 – Vix Dum A Nobis: On the troubles in Germany
1873 – Etsi Multa: On the Church in Italy
1873 – Quartus Supra: On the Church in Armenia
1872 – Quae In Patriarchatu: On the Chaldean rite
1871 – Saepe Venerabiles Fratres: On the Church in Austria
1871 – Beneficia Dei: On the troubles in Germany
1871 – Ubi Nos: On the Pontifical States
1870 – Respicientes: On the troubles in Germany
1867 – Levate: On the Armenian rite
1865 – Meridionali Americae: On the Church in South America
1864 – Quanta Cura: On current errors, accompanied by the famous Syllabus of Errors
1864 – The Syllabus Of Errors: Condemning various modern errors and liberal ideas
1864 – Maximae Quidem: On the Church in Bavaria
1863 – Quanto Conficiamur Moerore: On the Church in Italy
1863 – Incredibili: On the Church in New Granada
1862 – Amantissimus: On the care of clerics
1860 – Nullis Certe Verbis: On the Church in Austria
1859 – Qui Nuper: On the Pontifical States
1859 – Cum Sancta Mater Ecclesia: On discipline for Oriental rites
1858 – Amantissimi Redemptoris: On the care of clerics
1858 – Cum Nuper: On the care of clerics
1856 – Singulari Quidem: On the Church in Austria
1855 – Optime Noscitis: On the Catholics of Ireland
1854 – Apostolicae Nostrae Caritatis: On a collection for the Oriental Churches
1854 – Optime Noscitis: On the Catholics of Ireland
1854 – Neminem Vestrum: On the persecution of Armenians
1853 – Inter Multiplices: On the discipline of the Oriental rites
1852 – Probe Noscitis Venerabiles: On the promotion of false doctrines
1852 – Nemo Certe Ignorat: On the discipline of the Oriental rites
1851 – Exultavit Cor Nostrum: On the bishops of Ireland
1849 – Nostis Et Nobiscum: On the Church in the Pontifical States
1849 – Ubi Primum: On his forthcoming return to Rome
1848 – In Suprema Petri Apostoli Sede: On the Eastern Churches
1847 – Ubi Primum: On his election to the pontificate
1847 – Praedecessores Nostros: On aid for Ireland
1846 – Qui Pluribus: His first encyclical, on faith and religion

Apostolic Constitutions:

1870 – Pastor Aeternus: Dogmatic constitution of the First Vatican Council defining papal infallibility
1868 – Aeterni Patris: Convoking the First Vatican Council
1867 – Reversurus: Concerning the election of bishops in the Armenian Catholic Church
1854 – Ineffabilis Deus: Defining the dogma of the Immaculate Conception

Apostolic Letters:

1868 – Iam Vos Omnes: Addressed to all Protestants and other non-Catholics, inviting them to return to the Catholic Church

Gregory XVI (1831 - 1846)

Encyclicals:

1844 – Inter Praecipuas: On biblical societies
1841 – Quas Vestro: On mixed marriages
1840 – Probe Nostis: On the Propagation of the Faith
1835 – Commissum Divinitus: On Church and State
1834 – Singulari Nos: On the errors of Félicité de Lamennais
1833 – Quo Graviora: On the „Pragmatic Constitution‟
1832 – Mirari Vos: On liberalism and religious indifferentism
1832 – Cum Primum: On civil obedience
1832 – Summo Iugiter Studio: On mixed marriages
1831 – Le armi valorose: On the pacification of the Papal States
1831 – Quel Dio: On the end of the insurrection in the Papal States

Apostolic Constitutions:

1839 – In Supremo Apostolatus: Condemning the slave trade

Pius VIII (1829 - 1830)

A brief but significant pontificate focused on defending Church teaching and addressing contemporary challenges.

Encyclicals:

1829 – Traditi Humilitati: His only encyclical, on his program for the Church

Leo XII (1823 - 1829)

Attempted to restore papal authority and traditional practices after the upheavals of the Napoleonic era.

Encyclicals:

1827 – Quanta laetitia: On the jubilee
1826 – Quo Graviora: Against secret societies
1825 – Charitate Christi: On the jubilee year
1824 – Quod Hoc Ineunte: On the jubilee
1824 – Ubi Primum: His first encyclical, on his election to the papacy

Pius VII (1800 - 1823)

Faced Napoleon’s persecution and the challenges of restoring the Church after the French Revolution.

Encyclicals:

1814 – Il trionfo: On his return from exile
1800 – Diu Satis: His first encyclical, on his election and the state of the Church

Pius VI (1775 - 1799)

Opposed the French Revolution and died in French captivity, symbolizing the Church’s struggle against revolutionary forces.

Encyclicals (Selected Major Ones):

1794 – Auctorem fidei: Against the errors of the Synod of Pistoia
1791 – Charitas: On the civil constitution of the clergy
1775 – Inscrutabile: His first encyclical, on the problems facing the Church

Clement XIV (1769 - 1774)

Known primarily for suppressing the Jesuit order under pressure from European monarchs.

Encyclicals:

1774 – Salutis Nostrae: On the Jubilee
1769 – Inscrutabili Divinae Sapientiae: On his pontifical program
1769 – Decet Quam Maxime: His first encyclical, on his elevation to the papacy
1769 – Cum Summi: On his pontifical program

Clement XIII (1758 - 1769)

Defended the Jesuits against mounting pressure from European powers and promoted traditional Catholic devotions.

Encyclicals (Selected):

1768 – Summa Quae: On the Corsican rebellion
1766 – Christianae Reipublicae: On the dangers threatening the Christian state
1761 – In Dominico Agro: On instruction in the faith
1759 – Appetente Sacro: On preparation for jubilee
1759 – Cum Primum: On unity among Christians
1758 – A Quo Die: His first encyclical, on the unity of Christians

Benedict XIV (1740 - 1758)

A scholarly pope who promoted learning and church reform while addressing various theological and pastoral issues.

Encyclicals (Selected Major Ones):

1756 – Ex Quo: On the rite for married men becoming priests
1756 – Ex Omnibus: On Christians in the Turkish Empire
1755 – Allatae Sunt: On the observance of Oriental rites
1754 – Cum Religiosi: On the mission in Lebanon
1754 – Quod Provinciale: On Christians in Albania
1751 – A Quo Primum: On the Maronites
1749 – Annus qui hunc: On the jubilee year
1749 – Apostolica Constitutio: On mixed marriages
1748 – Magnae Nobis: On the Oriental rites
1745 – Vix Pervenit: On usury and other dishonest profit
1743 – Nimiam Licentiam: On the Maronites
1741 – Quanta Cura: On his care for the Eastern Churches
1740 – Ubi Primum: His first encyclical, on his duties as pope

Clement XII (1730 - 1740)

Issued the first papal condemnation of Freemasonry and worked to address various church reforms.

Bulls:

1738 – In Eminenti: First papal condemnation of Freemasonry

Clement XI (1700 - 1721)

Faced the challenges of Jansenism and political pressures from European powers.

Bulls:

1713 – Unigenitus: Against Jansenism

Clement VIII (1592 - 1605)

Led the Church during the Counter-Reformation period, addressing various disciplinary and doctrinal issues.

Bulls:

1595 – Ex supernae dispositionis arbitrio: On church discipline

Clement V (1305 - 1314)

The first Avignon pope, he moved the papal court to France and suppressed the Knights Templar.

Bulls:

1312 – Exivi De Paradiso: Confirming the Rule of the Franciscans

Boniface VIII (1294 - 1303)

Asserted strong papal claims over secular authority, leading to conflict with European monarchs.

Bulls:

1302 – Unam Sanctam: Famous bull asserting papal supremacy over temporal authority

Benedict XII (1334 - 1342)

A reforming pope who addressed doctrinal issues and worked to end the Avignon Papacy.

Constitutions:

1336 – Benedictus Deus: On the beatific vision

Alexander VII (1655 - 1667)

Promoted Church renewal and addressed various theological controversies.

Bulls:

1659 – Super Cathedram Principis Apostolorum: On Church authority

Alexander VI (1492 - 1503)

A controversial Renaissance pope known for his political machinations and family scandals.

Bulls:

1493 – Inter Caetera: Division of the undiscovered world between Spain and Portugal

Alexander IV (1254 - 1261)

Continued papal policies toward the Franciscan and Dominican orders while facing political challenges.

Bulls:

1255 – Clara claris praeclara: Confirming the privileges of the Poor Clares
1255 – Dignum arbitramur et congruum: On religious life
1255 – Petitionibus vestris benignum impertientes: On religious privileges
1255 – Inter ea quae placita: On religious discipline

Earlier Popes (1225-1300)

Pope Sixtus V (1585 – 1590):

1588 – Triumphantis Hierusalem: Bull on ecclesiastical matters

Pope Sixtus IV (1471 – 1484):

1482 – Superna Caelestis: On the Franciscan order

Pope St. Pius V (1566 – 1572):

1571 – Exponi nobis nuper: On ecclesiastical discipline
1570 – Quo Primum: Establishing the Tridentine Mass
1570 – Regnans in Excelsis: Excommunicating Queen Elizabeth I
1569 – Consueverunt Romani: On papal authority

Pope Nicholas V (1447 – 1455):

1455 – Romanus Pontifex: On Portuguese exploration and conquest

Pope Nicholas IV (1288 – 1292):

1289 – Supra Montem: On the Franciscan order

Pope Nicholas III (1277 – 1280):

1279 – Exiit qui seminat: Important constitution on Franciscan poverty

Pope Leo X (1513 – 1521):

1521 – Decet Romanum Pontificem: Excommunicating Martin Luther
1520 – Exsurge Domine: Condemning Martin Luther’s teachings

Pope Paul III (1534 – 1549):

1538 – In apostolatus culmine: On heretical rulers
1537 – Sublimis Deus: On the enslavement and evangelization of indigenous peoples

Pope John XXII (1316 – 1334):

1333 – Summa providit altitudo consilii: On ecclesiastical matters
1324 – Quia Quorundam: On Franciscan poverty
1323 – Quum inter nonnullos: On apostolic poverty
1319 – Ad ea ex quibus: Establishing the Order of Christ

Pope Innocent XI (1676 – 1689):

1687 – Coelestis Pastor: On the Chinese rites controversy
1679 – Sollicitudo pastoralis: On mixed marriages

Pope Innocent IV (1243 – 1254):

1247 – Quae Honorem Conditoris Omnium: Defending rights of converted Muslims and Jews

Pope Honorious III (1216 – 1227):

1226 – Solet annuere: Bull approving the Rule of St. Francis

Pope Gregory XIII (1572 – 1585):

1581 – Inter Gravissimas: Promulgating the Gregorian calendar

Pope Gregory X (1271 – 1276):

1272 – Protection Of The Jews: On protecting Jewish communities

Pope Gregory IX (1227 – 1241):

1228 – Mira Circa Nos: On the canonization of St. Francis of Assisi

Pope Eugene IV (1431 – 1447):

1435 – Sicut Dudum: Against the enslavement of peoples in the Canary Islands

Note: This comprehensive list includes encyclicals, apostolic exhortations, apostolic constitutions, apostolic letters, motu proprio documents, and major bulls from the papal archives. Dates indicate year of publication. Links direct to available online sources, primarily the Papal Encyclicals website and Vatican archives.