Thaddeus Ma Daqin
Thaddeus Ma Daqin is a Chinese Catholic bishop who gained international attention for his outspoken departure from the Chinese Patriotic Catholic Association shortly after his ordination in 2012. His decision to reject state control over the church led to his immediate house arrest, and he has since become a symbol of the struggles faced by religious leaders in China who seek to maintain their allegiance to the Vatican amidst increasing government restrictions on religious freedom.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
No country-level mention data available.
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Switzerland:
Thaddeus Ma Daqin was intended to be the future bishop of Shanghai but faced career-ending consequences after leaving the Patriotic Catholic Association.
6