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Pope John II

Saint · 56th pope

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Pope John II was the 56th pope of the Catholic Church, from 6 January 533 to 8 May 535. He was born Mercurius in Rome. He is venerated as a saint.

Pontificate: 6 January 533 – 8 May 535 (2 years, 3 months)
Birth name: Mercurius
Born: c. 470, Rome
Died: 10 May 535, Rome
Preceded by: Pope Boniface II
Succeeded by: Pope Agapetus I
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