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Pierre de Bar

1101 – 1253

Catholic cardinal

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About Pierre de Bar

Lived 1101 – 1253. Pierre de Bar was a French diplomat, catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Pierre de Bar (died 11 January 1253, Perugia) was a French Cardinal. He is also tentatively identified as a scholastic philosopher, at the University of Paris around 1230. Some sources indicate that he entered Cistercian Order but more recent research conclude that he was secular priest. He was chancellor of the diocese of Noyon from 1232 until his promotion to the cardinalate.

Pierre was created cardinal by Pope Innocent IV, initially as priest of S. Marcello on 28 May 1244. He subscribed papal bulls between 27 September 1244 and 12 June 1252. As a cardinal, Pierre participated in the Council of Lyons in 1245, acted as a papal legate to Spain. His election to the see of Noyon in 1250 was not ratified by Innocent IV. Pierre was named cardinal-bishop of St. Sabina shortly before his death in 1252.

There is a portrait of him with Mary Magdalen, by Giotto, in the basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi.

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Important facts

Born
1101, Bar-sur-Aube
Birth century
Nationality
Positions held
Cardinal
Employers
University of Paris

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Pierre de Bar?

Catholic cardinal

When was Pierre de Bar born?

Pierre de Bar was born in 1101 in Bar-sur-Aube.

When did Pierre de Bar die?

Pierre de Bar died on 11 January 1253 in Perugia.

What was Pierre de Bar's occupation?

Pierre de Bar was a diplomat, catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality was Pierre de Bar?

Pierre de Bar was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Pierre de Bar

· Wikidata: Q3387444

· DBpedia: Pierre de Bar

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