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What did Benedict XII fail to move back to Rome?

  • The Holy Lance

  • The Papal Capital

  • The True Cross

  • The Imperial Crown

Answer

The answer is the Papal Capital. After moving the papal seat to Avignon in 1309, Pope Benedict XII attempted to restore it to Rome. Unfortunately, he faced unwavering opposition from the powerful French cardinals residing in Avignon. Despite his genuine and earnest efforts, these influential cardinals managed to dissuade him, ultimately preventing the successful repatriation of the papacy to the Eternal City.
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