Pope Clement VI did live after the plague (Black Death 1348-1350). He died in 1352, two years after the plague.
Pope Clement VI granted remission of sin to all who died of the Plague.
Pope Clement VI
Pope Clement VI was born in 1291.
Pope Clement VI died on 1352-12-06.
Pope Clement VI
Pope Clement VI
The Avignon papacy, particularly Pope Clement VI
Europe's primary ruler at that time would've been the pope (Pope Clement VI).
Pope Paul VI was elected in 1963 and reigned until his death in 1978.
Pope Clement VI who reigned from May 7, 1342 until December 6 ,1352.
Pope Clement VI, who reigned from 1342 to 1352, played a significant role in addressing the Black Death by providing spiritual guidance and support to the suffering populace. He emphasized the importance of prayer and penance while also condemning the persecution of scapegoats, such as Jews, who were unjustly blamed for the plague. Additionally, Clement VI issued papal bulls that encouraged charitable acts and care for the sick, helping to mitigate the social and moral crises caused by the pandemic. His leadership aimed to restore hope and unity during a time of widespread despair.
Pope Adrian VI - January 9, 1522, to September 14, 1523.Pope Clement VII - November 26, 1523, to September 25, 1534.