Papacy of Benedict VIII

Name: Papacy of Benedict VIII
Start: 1012
End: 1024

Type Event Region Europe Time 1012–1024

In May 1012, Benedict VIII was elected pope in Rome, succeeding the deceased Sergius IV, and began a papacy of over a decade marked by church reform …

Timeline

1012Rome · RomePope Sergius IV died in May 1012; the Roman Church and noble factions promptly held a papal election, ultimately selecting the noble-born John of the Albertini family.
1012Rome · RomeJohn of the Albertini took office on May 18, adopting the name Benedict VIII, becoming the 143rd pope and beginning a papacy emphasizing both reform and diplomacy.

Sources

Catholic Encyclopedia: Pope Benedict VIII https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/02429a.htm