Category: Papal Wisdom
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POPE BENEDICT XVI (2005-2013)
Pope Benedict XVI, born Joseph Alois Ratzinger on April 16, 1927, served as the head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of Vatican City from 2005 until his resignation in 2013. He was the first pope to resign in nearly 600 years, citing health reasons. His papacy was marked by efforts to address issues within…
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POPE JOHN PAUL II (1978-2005)
Pope John Paul II, (Karol Wojtyla) the Pole who survived the horrors of World War Two, the Nazi invasion of his country, the dark years of communism, an assassination attempt, and yet always managed to remain optimistic. A selection of his wisdom, memorable quotes: “The ultimate test of your greatness is the way you treat…
