The crossword solution for the term 'HOLY ___ (JURISDICTION OF THE POPE)' is 'SEE'. The term 'Holy SEE' is used to refer to the jurisdiction of the Pope, the Bishop of Rome and the leader of the Catholic Church. It is a sovereign entity that is distinct from the Vatican City State, which is the physical territory of the Holy SEE. The Holy SEE is the central governing body of the Catholic Church and has diplomatic relations with many countries.