Yves Congar

Yves Marie-Joseph Congar OP (French pronunciation: [iv maʁi ʒɔzɛf kɔ̃ɡaʁ]; 13 April 1904 – 22 June 1995) was a French Dominican friar, priest, and theologian. He is perhaps best known for his influence at the Second Vatican Council and for reviving theological interest in the Holy Spirit for the life of individuals and of the church. He was created a cardinal of the Catholic Church in 1994.


Yves Congar

Cardinal Deacon of the Basilica of San Sebastiano al Palatino
Congar in 1964
ChurchLatin Church
Appointed26 November 1994
Term ended22 June 1995
Orders
Ordination25 July 1930
by Bishop Luigi Maglione
Created cardinal26 November 1994
RankCardinal Deacon
Personal details
Born(1904-04-13)13 April 1904
Died22 June 1995(1995-06-22) (aged 91)
Paris, France
DenominationRoman Catholic
Coat of arms
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