Pierre VI
Pope of the Catholic Church and the fourth Avignon Pope (1342–1352)
1291 — 1352
Quick Facts
Profession
Pope of the Catholic Church and the fourth Avignon Pope (1342–1352)
Born
January 1, 1291
Died
1352 (age ~61)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
writer, Catholic priest
FranceBorn in Rosiers-d'ÉgletonsDied in Avignon
1291
Born in Rosiers-d'Égletons (1291-01-01)
1328
PositionRoman Catholic Bishop of Arras
1329
Positionarchbishop of Sens (1329–1330)
1330
PositionArchbishop of Rouen (1330–1339)
1338
Positioncardinal priest
1342
PositionPope (1342–1352)
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Pope Clement VI, born Pierre Roger, was head of the Catholic Church from 7 May 1342 to his death, in December 1352. He was the fourth Avignon pope. Clement reigned during the first visitation of the Black Death (1348–1350), during which he granted remission of sins to all who died of the plague.
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Who is Pierre VI?+
Pope Clement VI, born Pierre Roger, was head of the Catholic Church from 7 May 1342 to his death, in December 1352. He was the fourth Avignon pope. Clement reigned during the first visitation of the Black Death (1348–1350), during which he granted remission of sins to all who died of the plague.
What does the name Pierre mean?+
The name Pierre means "A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.". It is of French origin.
When was Pierre VI born?+
Pierre VI was born on January 1, 1291.
When did Pierre VI die?+
Pierre VI died in 1352, at approximately 61 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.
The name Pierre is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French, of occasional usage, equivalent to English Peter.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Pierre — January 1, 1291
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Cimi
Death — transformation, rebirth
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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