Carta do Bispo de Macau, D. João do Casal, a [D. Pedro II], rei de Portugal, sobre a exiguidade das quantias atribuídas quer para as ajudas de custo de viagem de Goa para Macau, quer para côngrua do pontifical sobre os Bispos estrangeiros na China nomeados pela Propaganda e sobre as queixas contra o Bispo de Nanquim, D. Frei Bernardino
This transcription, dated 1698, details a series of financial and administrative concerns related to the Bishop of Macao, Don Rando, during the late 17th century. It outlines the provision of funds (three hundred thousand reis) for his journey from Goa to Macao and the procurement of materials for h...
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1692-12-08
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| Summary: | This transcription, dated 1698, details a series of financial and administrative concerns related to the Bishop of Macao, Don Rando, during the late 17th century. It outlines the provision of funds (three hundred thousand reis) for his journey from Goa to Macao and the procurement of materials for his pontifical vestments. The document also addresses the insufficiency of support for Don Rando's travel and attire, and the refusal of the Bishop of Nhamquin, Don Friar Bernardino, to acknowledge Don Rando's authority over his clergy. The transcription further discusses the impact of these issues on the bishopric in China and the need for rectification by the Portuguese authorities. The correspondence highlights the complex dynamics between ecclesiastical and colonial administrations, emphasizing the challenges faced by bishops in maintaining their authority and the importance of financial support from higher-ranking officials. Anexo: 1694-12-23 - Consulta do Consulta Ultramarino sobre a representação do Bispo de Macau, D. João do Casal. |
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