Gregory IX
At a glance:
- Series: Dictionary of World Biography: Middle Ages
- Categories: Education, Religion, Ethics
- Subcategories: Christianity, Christians, Churches, Empires, Dynasties, Holy Roman Empire, Catholic Church, Catholics, Popes, Papacy, Cardinals
- Curriculum: Italian History, Medieval History/Middle Ages
Article abstract: With perseverance, courage, and conviction, under difficult circumstances, Gregory IX defended the Church from every perceived threat, encouraging spiritual life and learning within its structure, particularly in canon law.
Early Life
Little is known of the early life of Gregory IX. He was born Ugo or Ugolino, son of the Count of Segni, at Anagni, probably in 1170. He was descended from equally distinguished noblemen on his mother’s side of the family. Ugo was a relative of Innocent III, arguably the most powerful pope of the Middle...
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