Patriarch Pavle was the head of the Serbian Orthodox Church from 1990 until his death in 2009. Born on November 11, 1914, in Kucura, Serbia, he became a monk and was later ordained as a bishop. He was known for his humility and dedication to the church, emphasizing spiritual values over materialism. During his leadership, Patriarch Pavle faced significant challenges, including the political turmoil in the Balkans during the 1990s. He advocated for peace and reconciliation among different ethnic groups and worked to maintain the unity of the Serbian Orthodox Church during difficult times.