Paul V, (Camillo Borghese) (1552-09-17 - 1621-01-28)

GEMMS Person ID
GEMMS-PERSON- 4342
(old series: GEMMS-PERSON-4598)
Name
(Camillo Borghese) Paul V
Title
Pope
Gender
Male
Denomination
Catholic
Lived
b. 1552-09-17 d. 1621-01-28 (new)
Associated Places
Source of Data

Lucy Underwood

Biographical Sources Consulted

J.N.D. Kelly, A Dictionary of Popes (2nd. ed) (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010 [online edn.])

Other note

Attempted to remain politically neutral between France and Spain. Became involved in the Interdict conflict with the Republic of Venice. Forbade English Catholics from taking the Oath of Allegiance demanded by James I. Continued attempts to tighten discipline in the episcopacy and religious orders, and the architectural renewal of Rome.

GEMMS record created
March 24, 2024
GEMMS record last edited
July 15, 2024