👉 The term "pieta" is a Latin phrase that translates to "soul of God" in English. It is often used as a symbol of devotion or worship, particularly by Catholics. The word comes from the Latin phrase "pietus Deus," which means "God's soul." The term "pieta" is also used to refer to the Catholic concept of the Church as the body and the Pope as the head of it, emphasizing the unity between God and humanity.