Pope Celestine V
Pope and founder of a monastic order
Born
1215
810 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Celestine V was elected Pope in 1294 after a lengthy conclave that lasted nearly two years. Prior to his papacy, he founded the Order of Peter Celestine, a hermit order dedicated to a life of asceticism. His reign as Pope was marked by efforts to reform the church and the struggle with political influences on papal authority. After only a few months in office, he abdicated the papacy, becoming one of the few Popes to resign voluntarily. Following his resignation, he was imprisoned by his successor to prevent his return to power, living the remainder of his life in a solitary manner until his death in 1296.
Elected Pope in 1294
Resigned papacy after a few months
Founded the Order of Peter Celestine
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