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Pope-elect Stephen

Priest of Rome elected pope in March 752

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Pope-elect Stephen, before 1961 previously known as Pope Stephen II, was a Roman cardinal-priest and presbyter selected on 23 March 752 to succeed Pope Zachary. Because he died before his episcopal consecration, Stephen is merely considered a pope-elect rather than a legitimate pope.

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Place of birth
Rome wd
Died
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Place of death
Rome wd
Occupation
Catholic priest wd

Positions held wd

  • Pope (23 March 752 – 26 March 752)
  • cardinal

Questions

What positions has Pope-elect Stephen held?
Positions held by Pope-elect Stephen include: Pope (0752–0752); cardinal.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Pope-elect Stephen · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q383322 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Pope-Elect Stephen.jpg by Artaud de Montor (1772–1849) (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 4 November 2026

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