Pope Callixtus II
Pope and advocate of Catholic reforms
Born
1065
960 years ago
Died
December 13th, 1124
900 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Vatican City
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Served as pope from 1119 until death in 1124. Worked to address issues within the Church and established the foundation for the centralization of papal authority. Advocated for peace and negotiated the Treaty of Xanten, which aimed to resolve conflict in the Holy Roman Empire. Encouraged the spread of the Church's influence in Europe and played a role in the Second Crusade's planning. Contributed to the development of canon law and liturgical practices within the Church.
Negotiated the Treaty of Xanten
Instituted reforms in the Catholic Church
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