Benedict XI
Pope with papal bull addressing issues
Born
1240
785 years ago
Died
July 7th, 1304
720 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as pope from 1303 until death in 1304. Undertook efforts to resolve conflicts within the church and restore unity after a period of strife and political maneuvering. Issued several significant papal bulls that addressed matters of church governance and jurisdiction. His brief papacy also focused on maintaining peace with various factions within Christendom and addressing the challenges posed by secular rulers. Worked towards a conciliatory relationship with the Franciscan Order concerning the controversy surrounding poverty.
Issued the papal bull 'Dudum siquidem'
Attempted to negotiate with political leaders
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