Pope Gregory VII
Pope and reformer during the Investiture Controversy
Born
1020
1005 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Pope Gregory VII served as the head of the Catholic Church from 1073 until his death in 1085. He was a key figure in the Investiture Controversy, which was a conflict between the papacy and secular rulers over the appointment of bishops and church officials. His papacy emphasized clerical reform and the independence of the Church from secular influence. Gregory issued the Dictatus Papae, which outlined the powers of the pope, including the ability to depose emperors. After a series of conflicts with German Emperor Henry IV, he was eventually exiled but continued to assert papal authority until his death.
Issued the Dictatus Papae
Led the Investiture Controversy
Reformed clerical practices
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