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He was elected pope by the College of Cardinals after his father had, essentially, purchased the papacy for him and had him installed as pope. He is, undoubtedly, one of the worst and most vile of men to ever rule as pope. He actually was three times as pope before he was eventually excommunicated and sent packing by the legitimately elected Pope Damascus II. For more information on this sordid story click here.
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When was Pope Benedict IX born?
Pope Benedict IX was born in 1012.
Who excommunicated the bishop of constantinople in 1054?
Pope Benedict IX
How many popes have been excommunicated?
The vile, evil Pope Benedict IX was deposed and excommunicated by Pope Damasus II who was elected to succeed Benedict IX.
When did Pope John Benedict become a pope?
There has never been a Pope John Benedict.
Is it true that Pope Benedict is in hell?
If you are referring to Pope Benedict IX, only God can answer that question. However, as a pope, he was a disgrace to the Chair of St. Peter and may very well be in hell.
What are some major accomplishments of Pope Benedict IX?
Another answer from our community:Pope Benedict IX practised and endorsed paedophilia within the Catholic priesthood. Prior to Benedict IX, it was considered wrong for priests to abuse little boys.
Where did Pope Benedict XVI become pope?
Vatican City
When did Pope Benedict I become pope?
Benedict I was elected on June 2, 557, and died on July 30, 579.
What chronological order of succession did Pope Benedict XVI become pope of the Catholic Church?
Benedict XVI was the 265th pope of the Catholic Church.
Why did Pope Benedict XVII become pope?
there hasn't been a pope Benedict XVII the pope now is Benedict XVI He was elected by the College of Cardinals, a body of his peers, as our current Pope is the former Cardinal Josef Ratzinger.
When did Pope Benedict resign from office?
Pope Benedict IX resigned in 1045.Pope Benedict XVI announced on February 11, 2013,that he would resign. His term of office ended onFebruary 28, 2013.
Who was the last German pope before Pope Benedict XVI?
actually thought it was Stephen IX, who ruled after Victor II, to 1058.Clarification:Stephen IX was from the Duchy of Lorraine which corresponds to the Lorraine region of northeastern France, not Germany.
