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Pope Saint Gregory VII (c. 1015 / 1028-1085)
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Pope Saint Gregory VII (c. 1015 / 1028-1085)
Pope Saint Gregory VII (c. 1015/1028-1085), born Hildebrand of Sovana. Pope from April 22, 1073, until his death. Colored
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This stunningly detailed engraving depicts Pope Saint Gregory VII, also known as Hildebrand of Sovana, who ruled as the Bishop of Rome and Pope from April 22, 1073, until his death in 1085. Born in Sovana, Italy, around 1015 or 1028, Hildebrand began his ecclesiastical career as a monk before rising through the ranks to become a trusted advisor to several popes. He was later elected pope himself, taking the name Gregory VII. During his papacy, Gregory VII asserted the supremacy of the papacy over secular rulers, a controversial move that led to conflicts with the Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV. Known for his strong leadership and reformist spirit, Gregory VII worked to improve the administration of the Church and to strengthen its moral authority. He is also remembered for his efforts to promote the use of the Latin language in the liturgy and for his role in the Investiture Controversy, which helped to establish the separation of temporal and spiritual powers in Europe. In this image, Pope Saint Gregory VII is depicted wearing the traditional papal miter and holding a pastoral staff, symbols of his spiritual authority. The rich colors and intricate details of the engraving bring the historical figure to life, transporting us back to the Middle Ages and the world of medieval Christianity.
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