Joseph Ratzinger
Joseph Ratzinger, known as Pope Benedict XVI during his papacy, served as a prominent theologian and cardinal before becoming pope in 2005. He was influential in the Catholic Church for decades, known for his intellectual rigor and conservative approach to theology. Ratzinger resigned in 2013, marking a significant moment in church history, and he remained a respected figure until his death 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +10% | 5,030,000 | 2,908 | $5,100 | 3$ |
| Italy | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 31,102 | $2,000,000 | 1,029$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 6.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 7,098 | $160,000 | 118$ |
| Totals | 3 | 75,152,177 | 41,108 | $2,165,100 | 1,150$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Hungary:
Joseph Ratzinger was a close friend of Gloria von Thurn und Taxis before he became Pope.
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Italy:
Joseph Ratzinger's studies are mentioned as a contrast to the lack of writings from Pope Leone XIV.
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Ireland:
Archbishop John Kennedy's boss was the late Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, later Pope Benedict XVI.
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France:
Joseph Ratzinger became Pope Benedict XVI after receiving the necessary votes during the conclave.
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Bolivia:
Joseph Ratzinger, later known as Pope Benedict XVI, visited Peru in 1986 and received an honorary doctorate from a Peruvian university.
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Uruguay:
Joseph Ratzinger, known as Benedict XVI, was elected pope in 2005.
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Brazil:
Joseph Ratzinger, before becoming Pope Benedict XVI, opposed the Church's internal handling of abuse cases.
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Venezuela:
Joseph Ratzinger, known as Pope Benedict XVI, was elected Pope in 2005.
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Italy:
Joseph Ratzinger's concerns about a 'new arianesimo' are mentioned in relation to contemporary faith.
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Bolivia:
Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, known as Pope Benedict XVI, was elected pope in 2005.
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