stackyFACTSPope Benedict IX was a catastrophic, completely embarrassing disaster of a religious leader. He was incredibly corrupt, constantly plotting, and eventually decided he just wanted to get married. Instead of resigning gracefully, he cashed out, officially selling the highest office in the church to his own godfather.
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