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Definition of Innocent III
1. Noun. Italian pope from 1198 to 1216 who instituted the Fourth Crusade and under whom papal intervention in European politics reached its height (1161-1216).
Generic synonyms: Bishop Of Rome, Catholic Pope, Holy Father, Pontiff, Pope, Roman Catholic Pope, Vicar Of Christ
Lexicographical Neighbors of Innocent III
Literary usage of Innocent III
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Rise of the Mediaeval Church and Its Influence on the Civilisation of by Alexander Clarence Flick (1909)
"Innocent III.'s plans and ideals as Pope. IV.—Condition of Europe at the close of
... Innocent III.'s character and the general results of his pontificate. ..."
2. The Papacy and the Levant (1204-1571). by Kenneth M. Setton (1984)
"Innocent III and his immediate successors undoubtedly saw the Fourth Crusade ...
On November,, Innocent III had written the Catholic clergy in the East that ..."
3. History of the Christian Church by George Herbert Dryer (1897)
"FROM Innocent III TO BONIFACE VIII. The successor to the primacy and fame of
Innocent III, to the greatest political power as well as highest spiritual ..."
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