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From the Cadaver Pope to Resignations: How Data Unveils Unexpected Papal Trends
The youngest pope in history, Pope Benedict IX, ascended to the position at just 20 years old in the 11th century. In contrast, Pope Benedict XVI was one of the oldest, living to 95 years old ...
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Benedict IX: The worst pope in history
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Saints and sinners: Triumphs, scandals, and wars of the papacy
Pope Benedict IX (1032–1048): One of the youngest Popes ever, infamous for his debauchery, corruption, and selling the papacy ...
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The 8 Worst Popes in Catholic Church History
Benedict IX was so corrupt that he sold the papacy ... Sergius III came to power through murder—he ordered the execution of a ...
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Pope tells why he chose the name of "Benedict XVI"
The Pope appealed to St. Benedict for help "to hold firm Christ's central position in our lives. May he always be first in our thoughts and in all our activities!" Before concluding, Benedict XVI ...