Aymeric of Piacenza

Aymeric of Piacenza (born Piacenza, Italy; died 19 August 1327, Bologna) was an Italian Dominican scholar, who became Master of the Order of Preachers. He was involved in both the suppression of the Fraticelli, and the downfall of the Templars.

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     This article incorporates text from a publication now in the public domain: Herbermann, Charles, ed. (1913). "Aymeric of Piacenza". Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton Company.

    Catholic Church titles
    Preceded by
    Bernard de Jusix
    Master General of the Dominican Order
    1304 1311
    Succeeded by
    Béranger de Landore


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