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Pope Nicholas IV

Pope of the Catholic Church from 1288 to 1292 (1227–1292)

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Pope Nicholas IV was head of the Catholic Church and leader of the Papal States from 22 February 1288 to his death, on 4 April 1292. He was the first Franciscan to be elected pope.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Lisciano wd
Died
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Place of death
Rome wd
Citizenship
Papal States wd
Occupation
diplomat, regular priest wd
Education
University of Perugia wd

Positions held wd

  • Pope (29 February 1288 – 11 April 1292)
  • Cardinal-Bishop of Palestrina (1281–1288)
  • Minister General of the Order of Franciscans
  • superior general

Questions

When was Pope Nicholas IV born?
Pope Nicholas IV was born on 30 September 1227 in Lisciano.
What positions has Pope Nicholas IV held?
Positions held by Pope Nicholas IV include: Pope (1288–1292); Cardinal-Bishop of Palestrina (1281–1288); Minister General of the Order of Franciscans; superior general.
Where did Pope Nicholas IV study?
Pope Nicholas IV was educated at University of Perugia.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Pope Nicholas IV · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q103625 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Pope Nicholas-IV.jpg by Mazarine Master (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 4 November 2026

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