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Pope Callixtus II

Pope from 1119 to 1124

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Pope Callixtus II or Callistus II, born Guy of Burgundy, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from February 1119 to his death in 1124. His pontificate was shaped by the Investiture Controversy, which he was able to settle through the Concordat of Worms in 1122.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Quingey wd
Died
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Place of death
Rome wd
Occupation
diplomat, Catholic priest, writer, Catholic bishop wd

Positions held wd

  • Pope (8 February 1119 – 13 December 1124)
  • Catholic archbishop (1088–1119)

Questions

When was Pope Callixtus II born?
Pope Callixtus II was born on 1065 in Quingey.
What positions has Pope Callixtus II held?
Positions held by Pope Callixtus II include: Pope (1119–1124); Catholic archbishop (1088–1119).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Pope Callixtus II · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q170654 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Calixtus II.jpg (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 12 November 2026

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