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403. The Mystery of the Pregnant Pope

The Rest Is History

CHAPTER

The Legend of Pope Joan

This chapter investigates the controversial story of Pope Joan, a woman rumored to have become pope during the early Catholic Church. It examines historical accounts and scholarly debates on her existence, the implications for women's roles in the church, and the impact of the legend during the Reformation.

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