Pope Gelasius II

Pope during significant schism period

Pope Gelasius II - Leaders & Politicians born 1060
Born

1060
966 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Served as Pope from 1118 until death in 1119. Focused on the conflict between the papacy and the Holy Roman Empire. Encountered political challenges from King Henry V and faced opposition from the antipope Gregory VIII. Exiled to France during papal conflicts, Gelasius II continued to advocate for papal authority.

Faced significant opposition from King Henry V

Promoted church reforms during papacy

Encouraged the resolution of the investiture controversy

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