Pope Gregory X
Pope Gregory X, who reigned from 1271 to 1276, is best known for initiating the reforms that significantly influenced the papal election process, particularly the establishment of the conclave as a means to elect a pope. His papacy was marked by efforts to restore order within the Church and to address the issues of the time, including the ongoing conflict between the papacy and the Holy Roman Empire. Gregory X was also notable for his efforts in promoting the Crusades and seeking to unite the Eastern and Western branches of Christianity.
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Recent news mentions
Pope Gregory X was elected during the longest conclave in the 13th century, which took three years.
Religious studies expert says latest Vatican conclave most open election for Pope in long time
New Zealand· 2025-05-08
Pope Gregory X, who was eventually elected, would issue a papal bull in 1274 establishing rules to govern conclaves.
Opinion: Ever since the Middle Ages, papal conclaves have been rife with intrigue
Canada· 2025-05-07
Pope Gregory X was elected after the longest known conclave, which lasted almost three years.
Kaj kardinali lahko in česa ne smejo jesti? Pravila so enaka že 750 let
Slovenia· 2025-05-07
Pope Gregory X was appointed after the longest conclave to date, which took almost three years.
All to know ahead of conclave to elect new pope
Nigeria· 2025-04-29
