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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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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.
Do popes ever get married?
No, popes do not get married. In the Roman Catholic Church, celibacy is a requirement for those who are ordained as priests, bishops, and popes.
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 retired?
As of October 2023, only a few popes have formally retired, with the most notable being Pope Benedict XVI, who resigned in 2013. Historically, popes typically served for life, but there have been instances of abdication, with Pope Celestine V in 1294 being another famous example. The practice of retirement is rare in the papacy, making Benedict XVI's resignation a significant event in modern Church history.
How many popes were from Italy?
217 popes have been born in Italy.
How many popes have come from Italy?
196 popes have come from 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.
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 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
How many popes named Leo?
There have been 13 popes named Leo.
