Historical Events tagged with "Pope Benedict XII"
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Election of Cardinal Jacques Fournier as Pope
Cardinal Jacques Fournier, a Cistercian monk, was elected Pope Benedict XII amidst the ongoing challenges of the papacy. His election came at a critical juncture for the Catholic Church, which was dealing with political and spiritual unrest in Europe. Fournier's ascension came as part of the efforts to restore the authority of the papacy and address the issues that had arisen from the Avignon Papacy, a period characterized by the relocation of the papal court to France. His leadership aimed to unify the church and strengthen its influence during a turbulent time.
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