Pope Benedict XVI
Pope Benedict XVI, born Joseph Ratzinger, served as the head of the Catholic Church from 2005 until his resignation in 2013, becoming the first pope to step down in nearly 600 years. His papacy was marked by efforts to address the Church's sexual abuse scandals and promote interfaith dialogue, but he faced significant criticism for his handling of these issues. Following his resignation, he took the title 'Pope Emeritus' and lived a life of relative seclusion within the Vatican.
Born on Apr 16, 1927 (98 years old)
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Tanzania:
Pope Leo quoted a line from the late Pope Benedict XVI about the world's neglect of children and the poor.
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United Kingdom:
The pope, who has criticised Donald Trump’s divisive immigration crackdown, quoted a line from Pope Benedict XVI lamenting that the world does not care for children, the poor or foreigners.
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Serbia:
The museum features a wax figure of Pope Benedict XVI.
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Guatemala:
Pope Benedict XVI is quoted regarding the Kingdom of God and the need for conversion.
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United States:
The last papal visit to Lebanon took place in 2012 by Pope Benedict XVI.
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United Kingdom:
Pope Benedict XVI prayed at the Blue Mosque in 2006.
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Switzerland:
Pope Benedict XVI is noted for his theological contributions and efforts in Jewish-Christian dialogue.
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United Kingdom:
He will also visit the Blue Mosque, as both his immediate predecessors Pope Francis and Pope Benedict XVI had done.
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Iceland:
Pope Benedict XVI is mentioned as the author of a book published by Ugla.
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United Kingdom:
His predecessor, Benedict XVI, also opposed the title.
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