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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