Born in 1106
Celestine III
Pope and leader of the Catholic Church
Born
1106 919 years ago
Died
January 8th, 1198 827 years ago — 92 years old
Served as pope from 1191 until 1198, guiding the Catholic Church during a period marked by political and ecclesiastical challenges. Issued several papal decrees and sought to consolidate the authority of the papacy. Notable for mediating disputes involving the Holy Roman Empire and for promoting the interests of the Church in various regions. Aimed to strengthen the papal system and maintain the governance of Church lands amidst external pressures.
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