Honorius II
Pope of the Catholic Church
Elected pope in 1124, presided over the Catholic Church during a period marked by political and religious challenges. Worked to strengthen the authority of the papacy amid conflicts with various rulers. Faced opposition from the Patarines, a reformist movement in Milan, and dealt with the issues surrounding the Investiture Controversy, which involved the appointment of bishops. Contributed to the development of canon law and the Church's organizational structures.
Presided over the papacy from 1124 to 1130
Strengthened the authority of the papacy
Involved in the Investiture Controversy
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