Historical FigureMale
Gregor XV.
1554 – 1623
About this person
Wikipedia SummaryPope Gregory XV, born Alessandro Ludovisi, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 9 February 1621 until his death in 1623. He is notable for founding the Congregation for the Propagation of the Faith, an organization tasked with overseeing the spread of Catholicism and missionary work. Gregory XV was also responsible for the canonization of Saints Ignatius of Loyola, Francis Xavier, Teresa of Ávila, and Philip Neri, which solidified his commitment to the Counter-Reformation.
Biographical & Professional Details
Date of birth
January 9, 1554
Bologna
Date of death
July 8, 1623
Rome
Citizenship
Papal States
Occupations & fields
Latin Catholic priestarchbishop
- Field and occupation
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