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Pope Benedict I

62nd pope

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Pope Benedict I was the 62nd pope of the Catholic Church, from 6 June 575 to 30 July 579. He was born in Rome.

Pontificate: 6 June 575 – 30 July 579 (4 years, 1 month)
Born: c. 525, Rome
Died: 3 August 579, Rome
Preceded by: Pope John III
Succeeded by: Pope Pelagius II
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