Pope Benedict XII

Pope and religious leader during the 14th century

Pope Benedict XII - Pope and religious leader during the 14th century
Born

1285
740 years ago

Died

April 25th, 1342
683 years ago — 57 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Ascended to the papacy in 1334, serving as the 196th pope in the Roman Catholic Church. His papacy focused on church reform and reinforcing ecclesiastical authority. Instituted significant measures to address issues within the clergy and promoted the importance of education. Played a key role in the context of the Great Schism, which challenged the unity of the Catholic Church.

Issued the papal bull 'Benedicti XII' in 1336

Advanced the development of the Avignon Papacy

Strengthened the role of the papacy in secular matters

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