Franz Xavier Wernz

Franz Xavier Wernz (February 4, 1842 – August 19, 1914) was a Superior General of the Society of Jesus, and was regarded as a pious figure.

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February 4 - 1842 - August 19 - 1914 - Superior General of the Society of Jesus

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Wurtz was born in Rottweil, Württemberg (afterwards part of Germany). He studied theology and philosophy at the Maria Laach and Aachen Abbys. Wernz was appointed head of the Society of Jesus in September 8, 1906. He also founded a Jesuit journal. He died in Rome at about midnight, on the same day as Pope Pius X.

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Rottweil - Württemberg - Germany - Theology - Philosophy - Maria Laach - Aachen - Society of Jesus - September 8 - 1906 - Rome - Pope Pius X

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