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.
- Pope Francis (2013 - present)
- Pope Benedict XVI (2005 - 2013)
- Pope St. John Paul II (1978 - 2005)
- Pope Paul VI (1963 - 1978)
- Pope St. John XXIII (1958 - 1963)
- Pope Pius XII (1939 - 1958)
- Pope Pius XI (1922 - 1939)
- Pope Benedict XV (1914 - 1922)
- Pope St. Pius X (1903 - 1914)
- Pope Leo XIII (1878 - 1903)
- Pope Bl. Pius IX (1846 - 1878)
- Pope Pius VIII (1829 - 1830)
- Pope Leo XII (1823 - 1829)
- Pope Pius VII (1800 - 1823)
- Pope Pius VI (1775 - 1799)
- Pope Clement XIV (1769 - 1774)
- Pope Clement XIII (1758 - 1769)
- Pope Benedict XIV (1740 - 1758)
- Pope Clement XII (1730 - 1740)
- Pope Clement XI (1700 - 1721)
- Pope Clement VIII (1592 - 1605)
- Pope Clement V (1305 - 1314)
- Pope Boniface VIII (1294 - 1303)
- Pope Benedict XII (1334 - 1342)
- Pope Alexander VII (1655 - 1667)
- Pope Alexander VI (1492 - 1503)
- Pope Alexander IV (1254 - 1261)
- Earlier Popes (1225-1300)
- Bibliography
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.
Pope Francis (2013 - present)
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:
- 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:
- 2016 – Vultum Dei quaerere: On Women’s Contemplative Life
Apostolic Letters:
- 2016 – Misericordia et Misera: On Mercy and Peace
Pope 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:
- 2011 – Africae Munus: On the Church in Africa In Service to Reconciliation, Justice and Peace
- 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
Pope St. 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 – 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 – Mulieris Dignitatem: On the dignity and vocation of women
- 1984 – Salvifici Doloris: On the Christian meaning of human suffering
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
Pope 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 – Marialis Cultus: On devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary
Apostolic Constitutions:
- 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
Pope 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
Pope 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
- 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:
- 1950 – Menti Nostrae: On the development of holiness in priestly life
Pope 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 the Eastern Churches
- 1929 – Quinquagesimo Ante: On the priesthood
- 1929 – Mens Nostra: On promoting spiritual exercises
- 1929 – Divini Illius Magistri: On the Christian education of youth
- 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
Pope 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
Pope 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
Other Documents:
- 1910 – The Oath Against Modernism: Prescribed for clergy
- 1910 – Quam Singulari: On early and frequent Communion
- 1908 – Haerent Animo: On priestly sanctity
- 1907 – Lamentabili Sane: Syllabus condemning the errors of the modernists
- 1903 – Tra Le Sollecitudini: On sacred music
Pope 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
- 1901 – Urbanitatis Veteris: On Hungarian Catholics
- 1901 – Graves De Communi Re: On Christian democracy
- 1900 – Tametsi Futura Prospicientibus: On Jesus Christ our Redeemer
- 1899 – Testem Benevolentiae Nostrae: Concerning new opinions, Americanism
- 1899 – Annum Sacrum: On consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
- 1897 – Divinum Illud Munus: On the Holy Spirit
- 1897 – Militantis Ecclesiae: On St. Peter Canisius
- 1896 – Satis Cognitum: On the unity of the Church
- 1896 – Apostolicae Curae: On Anglican ordinations
- 1895 – Adiutricem: On the rosary
- 1895 – Longinqua: To the Church in the United States
- 1894 – Orientalium Dignitas: On the Churches of the East
- 1894 – Christi Nomen: On the propagation of the Gospel among non-Christians
- 1893 – Providentissimus Deus: On the study of Holy Scripture
- 1893 – Laetitiae Sanctae: On the rosary
- 1893 – Ad Extremas: On Catholics in India
- 1892 – Au Milieu Des Sollicitudes: On the Church and State in France
- 1892 – Magnae Dei Matris: On the rosary
- 1891 – Octobri Mense: On the rosary
- 1891 – Rerum Novarum: Landmark encyclical on capital and labor, founding Catholic social teaching
- 1890 – Sapientiae Christianae: On Christians as citizens
- 1890 – Catholicae Ecclesiae: On slavery in the missions
- 1889 – Quamquam Pluries: On devotion to St. Joseph
- 1888 – Libertas Praestantissimum: On the nature of human liberty
- 1888 – In Plurimis: On the abolition of slavery
- 1885 – Immortale Dei: On the Christian constitution of states
- 1884 – Humanum Genus: On Freemasonry
- 1883 – Supremi Apostolatus Officio: On devotion of the rosary
- 1881 – Diuturnum: On the origin of civil power
- 1880 – Sancta Dei Civitas: On the missions
- 1880 – Grande Munus: On St. Cyril and Methodius
- 1880 – Arcanum: On Christian marriage
- 1879 – Aeterni Patris: On the restoration of Christian philosophy according to St. Thomas Aquinas
- 1878 – Quod Apostolici Muneris: On socialism
- 1878 – Inscrutabili Dei Consilio: His first encyclical, on the evils of society
Pope 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 – Ineffabilis Deus: Defining the dogma of the Immaculate Conception
- 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
- 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
Pope 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
Pope 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
Pope 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
Pope 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
Pope 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
Pope 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
Pope 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
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
Pope Clement XI (1700 - 1721)
Faced the challenges of Jansenism and political pressures from European powers.
Bulls:
- 1713 – Unigenitus: Against Jansenism
Pope 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
Pope 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
Pope 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
Pope 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
Pope Alexander VII (1655 - 1667)
Promoted Church renewal and addressed various theological controversies.
Bulls:
- 1659 – Super Cathedram Principis Apostolorum: On Church authority
Pope 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
Pope 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.