Pope Benedict XII (Latin: Benedictus Duodecimus; died April 25, 1342), born Jacques Fournier, was a French priest of the Roman Catholic Church and the 198th Pope from 1334 to 1342.
He was the third of the seven popes who lived in Avignon in France.
Pope Benedict XII
Questions and Answers
Q: Who was Pope Benedict XII?
A: Pope Benedict XII was a French priest of the Roman Catholic Church who served as the 198th Pope from 1334 to 1342.
Q: What was Pope Benedict XII's birth name?
A: Pope Benedict XII's birth name was Jacques Fournier.
Q: Where did Pope Benedict XII live during his papacy?
A: Pope Benedict XII was one of the seven popes who lived in Avignon, France during his papacy.
Q: When did Pope Benedict XII die?
A: Pope Benedict XII died on April 25, 1342.
Q: What was Pope Benedict XII's papacy known for?
A: It is not mentioned in the text what Pope Benedict XII's papacy was known for.
Q: How many popes lived in Avignon during the 14th century?
A: Seven popes lived in Avignon during the 14th century, including Pope Benedict XII.
Q: Was Pope Benedict XII the first French pope?
A: It is not mentioned in the text whether Pope Benedict XII was the first French pope.