Pope Anastasius IV facts for kids
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| Papacy began | 9 July 1153 |
| Papacy ended | 3 December 1154 |
| Predecessor | Eugene III |
| Successor | Adrian IV |
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| Birth name | Corrado Demetri della Suburra |
| Born | ca. 1073 Rome |
| Died | 3 December 1154 Rome |
| Other Popes named Anastasius | |
Pope Anastasius IV (born Corrado di Suburra) was an Italian cleric who became the leader of the Roman Catholic Church. He was the 169th Pope, serving from 1153 until his death in 1154.
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Who Was Pope Anastasius IV?
Pope Anastasius IV was born around 1073 in Rome, Italy. His birth name was Corrado di Suburra. His father was Benedetto di Suburra.
Becoming a Cardinal
Before he became Pope, Corrado di Suburra was an important church leader. In 1127, he was made a Cardinal, which is a high-ranking official in the Catholic Church. He became the cardinal-bishop of Sabina.
Time as Pope
Anastasius IV was chosen as Pope in July 1153. During his time as Pope, he helped solve an important disagreement. This was a conflict between the Holy Roman Emperor (a powerful ruler in Europe) and the Bishop of Magdeburg in Germany. Pope Anastasius IV helped them find a peaceful solution.
Restoring the Pantheon
While Anastasius IV was Pope, an important ancient building in Rome was repaired. This building was the Pantheon, which is famous for its large dome.
Pope Anastasius IV died on December 3, 1154, in Rome.
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| Preceded by Eugene III |
Pope 1153-1154 |
Succeeded by Adrian IV |
See also
In Spanish: Anastasio IV para niños
