Antipope Clement III
Antipope during the 11th century
Born
1029
996 years ago
Died
September 8th, 1100
924 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as antipope from 1080 to 1100 during the Investiture Controversy, a conflict between the papacy and secular rulers over the appointment of bishops. Opposed Pope Gregory VII and was elected by a faction of the nobility that sought to diminish papal power. His election was part of a larger political struggle in Italy and had significant implications for the relationship between the church and the state during this period. After death, legitimacy and recognition of his antipope status remained contentious among the followers of the church.
Elected as antipope by King Henry IV
Opposed Pope Gregory VII
Presided over a faction in the Investiture Controversy
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