Pope Hormisdas

Pope and leader of the Catholic Church

Pope Hormisdas - Pope and leader of the Catholic Church
Born

None
None years ago

Died

August 6th, 523
1501 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Pope Hormisdas served as the Pope from 514 to 523. His papacy is noted for the reconciliation of the Acacian schism, which had divided the Eastern and Western churches. Hormisdas addressed various theological disputes during his tenure, emphasizing the importance of the unity of the Church. He played a crucial role in solidifying the authority of the papacy. Under his leadership, there was a considerable effort to restore communication between the Roman and Byzantine churches.

Reconciliation of the Acacian schism

Strengthening papal authority

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