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Stephen VI

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Also known as Pope Stephen VI, Stephanus VII, Pope Stephen VII

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Stephen VI, also known as Étienne or Stephanus VI, was a male Catholic priest and bishop who served as Pope. He was born and died in Rome, with his death occurring in 897. His professional work was located in Rome and the Papal States, where he held the position of diocesan bishop and Pope.

He was a member of the Catholic Church and is buried at St. Peter's Basilica. His life and role are described in sources such as the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and The Nuttall Encyclopædia. He is also recognized within the Popes collection.

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Wikidata facts

Instance of
human
Given name
Étienne
Gender
male
Place of birth
Rome
Place of death
Rome
Occupation
Catholic bishop
Position held
diocesan bishop
Religion
Catholic Church
Image
Pope Stephen VI.jpg
Work location
Papal States
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date of death
0897-08-00
Commons category
Stephanus VI
place of burial
St. Peter's Basilica
described by source
Wikitólica
different from
Stephen V
name in native language
Stephanus VI
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Jean-Paul Laurens, Le Pape Formose et Étienne VI, 1870; Stephen (at left) accuses the corpse of his predecessor Formosus (seated right)

Pope Stephen VI (Latin: Stephanus VI; died August 897) was the bishop of Rome and ruler of the Papal States from 22 May 896 until his death in August 897. He is best known for instigating the Cadaver Synod, which ultimately led to his downfall and death.

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