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Pope Formosus

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Pope Formosus was the pope and ruler of the Papal States from 6 October 891 until his death on 4 April 896. His reign as Pope was troubled, marked by interventions in power struggles over the Patriarchate of Constantinople, the Kingdom of West Francia, and the Holy Roman Empire. Because he sided with Arnulf of Carinthia against Lambert of Spoleto, Formosus's remains were exhumed and put on trial in the Cadaver Synod. Several of his immediate successors were primarily preoccupied by the controversial legacy of his pontificate, noting his desertion from the diocese in Portus to pursue personal ambition in Rome. Formosus was seen as failing to uphold the ideals of the Church, which is why Stephen VI judged him for moving into an elevated role while holding another. Due to these controversies, no other pope has ever taken on the papal name Formosus.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Rome wd
Died
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Place of death
Rome wd
Citizenship
Papal States wd
Occupation
diplomat, Catholic priest, writer wd

Positions held wd

  • Pope (10 October 891 – 4 April 896)
  • bishop of Porto-Santa Rufina (since 846)

Questions

When was Pope Formosus born?
Pope Formosus was born on 816 in Rome.
What positions has Pope Formosus held?
Positions held by Pope Formosus include: Pope (0891–0896); bishop of Porto-Santa Rufina (since 846).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Pope Formosus · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q170499 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Pope Formosus.jpg by Artaud de Montor (1772–1849) (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 4 November 2026

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