Benedetto XVI
Pope Benedict XVI, born Joseph Ratzinger, served as pope from 2005 until his resignation in 2013, becoming the first pope to resign in nearly 600 years. He is known for his theological writings and efforts to address the Catholic Church's modern challenges, as well as for his role in paving the way for a precedent of papal resignation.
Born on Apr 16, 1927 (98 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Italy | 2 | 8.50 | 0.07% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 45,256 | $2,000,000 | 1,497$ |
| Totals | 2 | 60,461,826 | 45,256 | $2,000,000 | 1,497$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Italy:
Benedict XVI spoke of Gaudí as a witness of faith during the consecration of the Sagrada Familia.
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Italy:
Pope Francesco referenced his predecessor Benedetto XVI's testimony of serenity during his illness.
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Benedetto XVI's resignation in 2013 is referenced as a traumatic event for the Church.
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Italy:
Benedetto XVI referred to the papacy as a 'mannaia' that is experienced throughout the ministry.
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Pope Francis quoted Benedetto XVI, emphasizing the preciousness of humanity in the eyes of God.
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Benedetto XVI is quoted by Papa Francesco in his homily for the Ash Wednesday ceremony.
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Italy:
Benedetto XVI is referenced as the predecessor of Pope Francis who announced his resignation after a consistory.
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Benedetto XVI's resignation in 2013 opened the possibility for future popes to consider resignation.
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Italy:
Benedetto XVI opened the possibility of resignation, which is a topic of discussion among church leaders.
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Italy:
Benedetto XVI opened the possibility for papal resignation, which Francesco has not excluded.
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