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Pope Gregory VII (Latin: Gregorius VII; c. 1015 – 25 May 1085), born Hildebrand of Sovana (Italian: Ildebrando di Soana), was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 22 April 1073 to his death in 1085. He is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church.
- 6 March 1058
- 25 May 1085
- 22 April 1073
- Victor III
Step into history with this illuminated medieval manuscript, portraying Saint Pope Gregory VII in majestic papal regalia. Saint Pope Gregory VII , born Hildebrand of Sovana (c. 1020–25 May 1085), stands as one of the most influential figures in the history of the Roman Catholic Church.
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May 29, 2023 · Ritratto di Papa San Gregorio VII.png 435 × 530; 351 KB. Categories: Gregorius VII in art. Portraits of popes by name.
Nov 21, 2012 · Pope Gregory VII (1073–1085) was one of the most important and controversial popes of the Middle Ages. His elevation to the papacy came after a long and influential career in the papal court, and he may well have become pope earlier had he wished.
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Gregory VII was the first pope to depose a crowned ruler, Emperor Henry IV (1056–1105/06). With this revolutionary act, Gregory translated his personal religious and mystical convictions regarding the role of the papacy into direct action in the world at large.
Pope Gregory VII (Latin: Gregorius Septimus; 1020–May 25, 1085), born Hildebrand (Italian: Ildebrando di Soana), was an Italian priest of the Roman Catholic Church and the 158th Pope from April 22, 1073 until he died in 1085.
