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What was Pope Victor II’s contribution to the church?

  • Led the Gregorian Reform

  • Founded the Franciscan order

  • Built the Vatican

  • Translated the Bible

Answer

Led the Gregorian Reform, aiming to combat simony (selling of church offices) and clerical marriage. Initiated efforts to strengthen papal authority and reform clerical practices, contributing to the centralization of power within the Church. These efforts were significant in shaping the Church's future direction and internal governance.
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