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Pope Anastasius II

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Born Rome
Italy
DiedRome
Italy
Papacy ended16 November 498
Place of burialSt. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City
Papacy began24 November 496
Successor Pope Symmachus
Date of Reg.
Date of Upd.
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About Pope Anastasius II


Pope Anastasius II was Pope from 24 November 496 to his death in 498. He was an important figure in trying to end the Acacian schism, but his efforts resulted in the Laurentian schism, which followed his death. Anastasius was born in Rome, the son of a priest, and is buried in St. Peter's Basilica.

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