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Pope Urban II was appalled at the number of married priests, believing that clerical marriage was a greater sin than extra-marital sex. In 1095, he ordered married priests who ignored celibacy to be imprisoned and their wives and children sold into slavery, and had the proceeds go to the church. He also collected an annual tax called the ‘callagium’ allowing clergy to have mistresses, provided they paid an annual fee to the papacy.
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Who was the pope who initiated the crusades?
Pope Urban II called for the First Crusade.
Who was the Pope at the beginning of the Crusades?
Pope Urban II called for the first Crusade.
Did Pope Urban II have any children?
No, Pope Urban II was never married and had no children.
When did Pope Urban II die?
Pope Urban II died July 29, 1099.
What church did Pope Urban II belong to?
Pope Urban II was a Catholic, as were all the popes.
What pope came after Pope Urban II?
Paschal II.
What is the name of the pope that urged people to join the crusades?
The name of the pope that urged people to join the crusades was Pope Urban II.
Who did Pope Urban II marry?
Pope Urban II did not marry.
What was Pope Urban II real name?
Odo of Lagery was the original name of Pope Urban II.
Which pope gave a speech encouraging the First Crusade?
Pope Urban II called for the First Crusade.
When did Pope Urban III launch the crusades?
The Crusades were launched by Pope Urban II, not Pope Urban III.
How did Pope Urban II get his name?
Pope Urban chose the name upon his election as pope.
