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There have been 11 papal resignations, or assumed resignations. For a complet list along with explanations, click on this link.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 9y agoYes, a number of popes have resigned throughout history. The most recent was Pope Benedict XVI in February of 2013.
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How many popes have there been since 2011?
Pope Benedict XVI who resigned in 2013 and Pope Francis who was elected that year.
How many popes died during their papacy?
Nearly all popes die during their papacy since the position is for life. A few, very few, have resigned but the vast majority died in office.
How many popes have been heretics?
While there have been a number of truly bad popes who were vile and disgusting, none of them would be classified as being heretics. None of the bad popes ever taught anything contrary to the doctrines of the Catholic Church.
How many popes have come from Italy?
196 popes have come from Italy.
How many popes were from Italy?
217 popes have been born in Italy.
How many popes named Kenneth?
There have been no popes named Kenneth.
How many popes have the name Jude?
There have been no popes named Jude.
How many popes have there been since 1970?
Pope Paul VI died in 1978Pope John Paul I died in 1978Pope John Paul II died in 2005Pope Benedict XVI resigned in 2013Pope Francis elected in 2013
Do popes go to Heaven?
I am sure there are many popes in Heaven but am equally sure that there are a number of popes burning in hell.
How many popes came before Anastasius I?
There were 38 popes before Anastasius I.
How many popes named Urban?
There have been 8 popes called Urban.
How many popes named Sixtus?
There have been 6 popes named Sixtus.
