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Pope Emeritus claims “People want to switch off my voice”

In a new biography, 'Benedict XVI: A Life', the retired pope rejects accusations of interfering in church debates since his resignation in 2013, claiming this is a “malicious distortion of the truth.”

2020.05.05.

Vatican stamp marks Benedict XVI’s 90th birthday

The stamp, which is designed by the artist Daniela Longo, marks the pope emeritus’ milestone birthday, which coincided with Easter Sunday.

2017.04.17.

Pope Francis hosts celebration for Benedict’s ordination anniversary

“More than in the Vatican Gardens, with their beauty, your goodness is the place where I dwell: I feel protected” Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI tells Pope Francis.

2016.06.29.

Pope Francis makes Christmas visit to Pope Emeritus

Time spent in prayer followed by a private meeting at Mater Ecclesiae monastery.

2013.12.24.

Mystical experience prompted Benedict’s resignation

The "charisma" of Pope Francis affirms his decision to resign the papacy.

2013.08.22.
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