Gregor IX
pope of the Catholic Church from 1227 to 1241
1170 — 1241
Quick Facts
Profession
pope of the Catholic Church from 1227 to 1241
Born
January 1, 1170
Died
1241 (age ~71)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
writer, Catholic priest
Born in AnagniDied in Rome
1170
Born in Anagni (1170-01-01)
1206
Positioncardinal-bishop of Ostia (1206–1227)
1219
PositionDean of the College of Cardinals (1219–1227)
1227
PositionPope (1227–1241)
1241
Died in Rome
About
Pope Gregory IX was head of the Catholic Church and the ruler of the Papal States from 19 March 1227 until his death in 1241. He is known for issuing the Decretales and instituting the Papal Inquisition, in response to the failures of the episcopal inquisitions established during the time of Pope Lucius III, by means of the papal bull Ad abolendam, issued in 1184.
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Who is Gregor IX?+
Pope Gregory IX was head of the Catholic Church and the ruler of the Papal States from 19 March 1227 until his death in 1241. He is known for issuing the Decretales and instituting the Papal Inquisition, in response to the failures of the episcopal inquisitions established during the time of Pope Lu
What does the name Gregor mean?+
The name Gregor means "A male given name from Ancient Greek, a Scottish form of Gregory.". It is of German origin.
When was Gregor IX born?+
Gregor IX was born on January 1, 1170.
When did Gregor IX die?+
Gregor IX died in 1241, at approximately 71 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Ancient Greek, a Scottish form of Gregory.
The name Gregor is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from Ancient Greek, a Scottish form of Gregory.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gregor — January 1, 1170
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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— a seeker
Your teachings echo through centuries. Still guiding.
— a scholar
Respect.
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