Is Ernesto Cardenal A-List?
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No — Ernesto Cardenal is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1956D$0.001M
Joins Trappist Monastery
Begins religious journey.
1965C▲$0.01M+$0.009000000000000001M
Founds Solentiname Community
Establishes art/religious commune.
1979B▲$0.05M+$0.04M
Minister of Culture
Appointed Culture Minister after revolution.
1983C▼$0.02M-$0.030000000000000002M
Suspended by Pope John Paul
Sanctioned for political activity.
2019C$0.5M+$0.48M
Sanction Lifted by Pope Francis
Suspension from priesthood rescinded.
2020C$1M+$0.5M
Death
Passes away at age 95 in Managua.
2026C$1M
Legacy as Poet
Remembered for his unique blend of poetry, religion, and politics.
Last updated: February 23, 2026