Pope Honorius III
Pope and influential church leader
Born
1148
877 years ago
Died
March 18th, 1227
798 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as pope from 1216 to 1227, overseeing significant developments within the Catholic Church. Focused on reforming the church and addressing various political issues of the time. Worked closely with figures like Saint Francis of Assisi and supported the Fourth Crusade. Played a key role in the establishment of several religious orders. Advocated for the rights of the Church in relation to secular authorities.
Reformed church administration
Supported the establishment of the Order of Preachers
Advocated for the Fourth Crusade
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