Ruthard of Mainz

Ruthard
Archbishop of Mainz
Archbishop Ruthard of Mainz hands over the Sphaira to Henry V.
ChurchCatholic Church
DioceseElectorate of Mainz
In office1089–1109
PredecessorWezilo (1084—1088)
SuccessorAdalbert (1111—1137)
Personal details
Died1109

Ruthard (died 1109) was Archbishop of Mainz from 1089 to 1109, and a leading opponent of the Emperor Henry IV and his antipope Clement III (Wibert of Ravenna). He spent nearly eight years in exile because of his opposition, and played a part in the successful revolt of Henry V against his father.