Pope Julius III
Pope during the Counter-Reformation
Born
September 10th, 1487
537 years ago
Died
1555
470 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Elected as pope in 1550, this figure presided over the Catholic Church during a significant period of the Counter-Reformation. Focused on church reform, he supported the Jesuits and promoted the Council of Trent, which aimed to address issues raised by the Protestant Reformation. His papacy was marked by an emphasis on education and the establishment of seminaries to improve the clergy's training. He also commissioned notable artworks, contributing to the cultural revival of the period. His leadership was characterized by a complex interplay of ecclesiastical authority and cultural patronage.
Presided over the Council of Trent
Promoted the Jesuit order
Encouraged church reform and education
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