Pope Benedict XVI
Pope and theologian, led Catholic Church
Born
1927
98 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Served as the 265th pope from 2005 until 2013. Born in Germany, pursued a career in theology and became a cardinal. Prior to his papacy, served as the Archbishop of Munich and Freising. Contributed to dialogue between faith and reason, and addressed issues within the Church, including secularism and modernity. Resigned in 2013, becoming the first pope to do so in nearly 600 years.
Served as pope from 2005 to 2013
Authored numerous theological works
Led the Catholic Church during a time of significant political and social change
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