Pope Innocent II
Pope and religious leader
Born
None
None years ago
Died
September 24th, 1143
882 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as Pope from 1130 to 1143. During the papacy, engaged in conflicts with the Holy Roman Empire, particularly with Emperor Lothair II. Worked to strengthen the authority of the papacy and bolster church reform efforts. Convened the Lateran Council in 1139 to address issues of church governance. Faced challenges such as the schism created by antipope Anacletus II, which complicated relations within the Catholic Church. Strengthened ties with other European monarchs and clerics, advocating for the interests of the papacy in the face of secular power.
Papal leadership from 1130 to 1143
Convening the Lateran Council in 1139
Conflict with Antipope Anacletus II
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