Innocent XII was a pope who served from 1691 to 1700. Synonyms for his name include Antonio Pignatelli, Pope Innocentius XII, and Innocenzo XII in Italian. This pope is known for his strict moral code and his efforts to reform the Church during a time of great political upheaval in Europe. Some of his notable accomplishments include reforming the papal finances and issuing a decree against nepotism. Critics accused Innocent XII of being too rigid in his views and his policies, but his legacy is that of a pope who worked tirelessly to uphold the dignity and integrity of the Catholic Church.