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Learn About 10 of the Most Interesting Popes in History

Benedict IX – three runs at the papacy Pope Benedict IX is the only man to have been pope more than once in his lifetime, and the only pope ever to sell the papacy.

10 of the Most Interesting Popes in History

Benedict IX – three runs at the papacy Pope Benedict IX is the only man to have been pope more than once in his lifetime, and the only pope ever to sell the papacy.

Collection: The Most Influential People In History

In celebration of the unsung heroes of our world, here are 12 of the greatest moms in history. 10 Interesting Popes From History Click Here to Read the Article When the Vatican announced on February 11 th , 2013 that Pope Benedict XVI would resign the papacy due to his advanced age, he became the first

These 18 Amazing City Squares Look Fit for the Gods

It is said to contain the remains not only of the Apostle Peter, Jesus' rock upon which Christendom was said to have been built, but also many of the Vatican's popes and even Julius Caesar, one time Pontifex Maximus himself (a pagan religious office which later became identified with the Christian papacy

What to Do and how to Plan the Perfect Trip to France!

Days 11-12: Avignon Avignon served as the Papal seat for 67 years of the 14th Century due to a dispute between the Papacy and the French crown. Much evidence of this significant part of the city's history can still be seen, with churches and chapels abounding in the Old Town.

Behold the Majestically Built Castles of Old France!

In 1309, however, it became the seat of the Papacy itself, when Rome rebelled against the ascension of Pope Clement V. The palace continued to serve as the central seat of Western Christianity all throughout the 14th century.

Let's Visit the 10 Most Beautiful Castles in France!

In 1309, however, it became the seat of the Papacy itself, when Rome rebelled against the ascension of Pope Celment V. The palace continued to serve as the central seat of Western Christianity all throughout the 14th century.