Benedikt XVI
Pope Benedict XVI, born Joseph Ratzinger, served as the pope from 2005 until his resignation in 2013, becoming the first pope to resign in nearly 600 years. A German theologian, he was known for his conservative stance on many issues and his emphasis on traditional Catholic doctrine. After his resignation, he took the title Pope Emeritus and lived a life of relative seclusion until his passing in December 2022.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 3 | 6.00 | 0.20% | +30% | 8,654,622 | 21,989 | $700,000 | 1,779$ |
| Serbia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 8,737,371 | 4,508 | $55,000 | 28$ |
| Montenegro | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +10% | 628,066 | 378 | $5,500 | 3$ |
| Germany | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 47,336 | $3,845,000 | 2,172$ |
| Totals | 6 | 101,804,001 | 74,211 | $4,605,500 | 3,982$ |
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Recent Mentions
Switzerland:
Benedikt XVI warned about the weakening sense of responsibility for creation in his encyclical 'Caritas in veritate'.
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Switzerland:
Pope Benedict XVI was related to former world-class footballer Paul Breitner.
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Germany:
Benedikt XVI was born in Marktl, the birthplace of a plane named by Lufthansa.
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Switzerland:
Benedikt XVI highlighted the church's youth and vitality during his papacy.
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Montenegro:
Benedikt XVI met with Barak Obama, highlighting the relationship between the U.S. and the Vatican.
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Serbia:
Benedikt XVI was known for his love of German watches, particularly 'Junghans'.
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Germany:
Benedikt XVI is noted for having resigned before reaching the age of 86, making him one of the oldest popes.
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Slovakia:
Benedikt XVI also gave a spontaneous speech from the balcony, following Ján Pavol II.
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Switzerland:
Benedikt XVI. always chose garments that referenced the papal wardrobe from before the Second Vatican Council.
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Germany:
Benedikt XVI was referenced as a previous pope elected quickly like Leo XIV.
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