Jacques Fournier

Jacques Fournier, known as Pope Benedict XII, served as pope from 1334 to 1342. He was previously a bishop renowned for his role in the Inquisition against the Cathars in southern France. His papacy is noted for its efforts to reform the Church and combat corruption, as well as for the establishment of the Avignon papacy's administrative structure. His commitment to ecclesiastical discipline left a lasting impact on the Church's governance.