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Probably in leading his troops in person, clad in armor. Among Renaissance Popes he was in most other things not thatunique, really. He had mistresses and illegitiate children and bribed his way into the papacy, just as so many Popes before and after him. But more than most Popes, he hardly was interested in theological issues. He saw himself purely a a 'worldly' lord, and was much happier in the saddle, brandishing a sword than reading The Bible.
He also was the Pope who had the old St. Peter's church torn down and who commisioned the building of the new one that still stands today. Also, he commissioned the famous paintings of the Sistine Chapel by Michelangelo.
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Which pope declared Christmas as a celebration?
Pope Julius I
Was Pope Julius the first pope?
Pope Pius III was the predecessor of Pope Julius II.
When did Pope Julius I die?
Pope Julius I died on 352-04-12.
Was Pope Julius II a patron?
Yes, Pope Julius II was a patron. Pope Julius II was Michelangelo Buonarotti patron. Pope Julius II wanted Michelangelo to paint the ceiling of the "Sistine Chaple". To be Continued........
Which pope Julius declared Christmas to be celebrated officially on December 25th?
Pope Julius I
Who was pope in 1551?
Pope Julius II was pope in 1551.
What was Pope Julius II's role in the Reformation?
Pope Julius was dead before the Reformation. The only possible connection is that Pope Julius II proposed the rebuilding of Saint Peter's Basilica. Pope Leo X who followed Julius as Pope, was accused of selling indulgences to support the project.
Who was the last pope Julius?
Pope Julius III, see the New Advent article below:
When was Pope Julius II born?
Pope Julius II was born on December 5, 1443.
What is Pope Julius III's birthday?
Pope Julius III was born on September 10, 1487.
When was Pope Julius III born?
Pope Julius III was born on September 10, 1487.
What is Pope Julius II's birthday?
Pope Julius II was born on December 5, 1443.
