Celestine III
Pope and leader of the Catholic Church
Born
1106
919 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as pope from 1191 until 1198, guiding the Catholic Church during a period marked by political and ecclesiastical challenges. Issued several papal decrees and sought to consolidate the authority of the papacy. Notable for mediating disputes involving the Holy Roman Empire and for promoting the interests of the Church in various regions. Aimed to strengthen the papal system and maintain the governance of Church lands amidst external pressures.
Served as pope from 1191 to 1198
Issued important papal decrees
Mediated conflicts involving the Holy Roman Empire
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