Gregor XV
pope of the Catholic Church from 1621 to 1623 (1554–1623)
1554 — 1623
Quick Facts
Profession
pope of the Catholic Church from 1621 to 1623 (1554–1623)
Born
January 19, 1554
Died
1623 (age ~69)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
Latin Catholic priest
Papal StatesBorn in BolognaDied in Rome
1554
Born in Bologna (1554-01-19)
1612
PositionRoman Catholic Archbishop of Bologna
1616
Positioncardinal
1621
PositionPope (1621–1623)
1623
Died in Rome
About
Pope Gregory XV, born Alessandro Ludovisi, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 9 February 1621 until his death in 1623. He is notable for founding the Congregation for the Propagation of the Faith, an organization tasked with overseeing the spread of Catholicism and missionary work. Gregory XV was also responsible for the canonization of Saints Ignatius of Loyola, Francis Xavier, Teresa of Ávila, and Philip Neri, which solidified his commitment to the Counter-Reformation.
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Who is Gregor XV?+
Pope Gregory XV, born Alessandro Ludovisi, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 9 February 1621 until his death in 1623. He is notable for founding the Congregation for the Propagation of the Faith, an organization tasked with overseeing the spread of Catholicism an
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 XV born?+
Gregor XV was born on January 19, 1554.
When did Gregor XV die?+
Gregor XV died in 1623, at approximately 69 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 19, 1554
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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