Clement XIII

Pope overseeing Church during 18th century

Clement XIII - Pope overseeing Church during 18th century
Born

March 7th, 1693
332 years ago

Died

1769
256 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Served as pope from 1758 to 1769. Focused on promoting the Catholic faith during a time of significant political and cultural change in Europe. Advocated for the Jesuit order, supporting its educational missions and international missions. Confronted challenges from Enlightenment thinkers and various governments opposing papal authority. His papacy is noted for the confirmation of the canonization of several saints and the issuance of important papal bulls.

Promoted the Jesuit order

Confirmed the canonization of saints

Issued significant papal bulls

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