In 1324, the Pope recognised Robert as king of an independent Scotland.

This was a clear acknowledgement that the Pope recognised Scotland's independence.

Based on the terms of the accord, the Pope recognized Norman influence over southern Italy.

The Pope does not yet recognize their activities but neither can he afford to interdict them.

In exchange, the Pope recognized the Italian government.

The Pope recognizes him as one of the servants pouring wine during the dinner, and Juan orders he be tortured for information.

In extreme cases, the Pope recognises that the State has a right to expropriate private property.

Moreover, during Pentecost 1998, the Pope recognized the essential nature of the charismatic dimension:

Based on the terms of the accord, the Pope established an alliance with Robert Guiscard and recognized his conquests.

The Pope recognized the Spanish claim, but granted economic concessions to Britain and Germany.