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Catholicism
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José Pedro Galvão de Sousa
1912-01-06 – 1992-05-31
Life & Legacy
José Pedro Galvão de Sousa (January 6, 1912 – May 31, 1992) was a Brazilian philosopher, jurist, political theorist, and professor.
He founded the Faculty of Law of the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo, served as the University's vice-rector, and was director of the Cásper Líbero College.
An exponent of natural law and an interpreter of the Church's social doctrine, he participated in the Catholic cultural movement that blossomed in early-to-mid 20th-century Brazil, collaborating with many journals and helping found the Acção Universitária Católica.
Occupation & Career
philosopher, teacher, writer, jurist
Education
Law School of the University of São Paulo; School of Philosophy of São Bento
Faith & Community
Catholicism
Legacy Highlights
Church
Catholicism
Employer
University of Campinas · University of São Paulo
Education & Institutions
Law School of the University of São Paulo · School of Philosophy of São Bento
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