Scipione Rebiba

Italian Cardinal and Church leader

Scipione Rebiba - Italian Cardinal and Church leader
Born

February 3rd, 1504
521 years ago

Died

1577
448 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Cardinal Scipione Rebiba served as a prominent figure in the Catholic Church during the 16th century. Born in Italy, he was elevated to the cardinalate in 1545 by Pope Paul III. Rebiba played a significant role during the Counter-Reformation, advocating for reforms within the church. He took part in the creation of the Sacred Congregation of the Council, which focused on the implementation of the decrees set forth by the Council of Trent. His contributions to the church included the improvement of clergy education and ecclesiastical discipline. Rebiba also served as the Bishop of Viterbo and was influential in the papal conclaves, helping to shape the future of the church during a tumultuous period.

Elevated to cardinal by Pope Paul III in 1545

Contributed to the reforms of the Counter-Reformation

Served as Bishop of Viterbo

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