John IV

Saturday, December 30, 0640 – October 12, 0642 All day

Pope during a period of continued instability caused by the Byzantine Empire’s declining power and the rise of Islam. He was a supporter of orthodoxy. Nationality: Byzantine Empire Born: January 1, 0600 Died: October 18, 0642 Pontificate: December 30, 0640 – October 12, 0642