Pope Nicholas IV

Pope and leader of the Catholic Church

Pope Nicholas IV - Leaders & Politicians born September 30th, 1227
Born
Died

1292
733 years ago — 65 years old

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Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Elected as Pope in 1288, a member of the Franciscan Order served until death in 1292. Oversaw significant ecclesiastical reforms and sought to promote peace within Christendom. Worked on improving relations with Eastern Christianity and aimed to restore the authority of the papacy. Established the College of Cardinals for better governance within the church. Advocated for the church's role in social and economic issues of the time.

First pope of Franciscan origin

Addressed the issues of the Holy Land

Strengthened the College of Cardinals

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