Benedict XVI
Benedict XVI, born Joseph Ratzinger, served as Pope from 2005 until his resignation in 2013, becoming the first pope to step down in nearly 600 years, primarily due to health concerns.
Born on Apr 16, 1927 (99 years old)
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Ecuador:
Pope Benedict XVI inaugurated a sculpture by Mario Tapia in the Vatican.
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Vietnam:
Pope Benedict XVI sought reconciliation by relaxing the rules regarding Latin Mass and lifting the excommunication of four bishops in 2009.
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Peru:
Benedict XVI's tenure is discussed in relation to the church's handling of sexual abuse cases.
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Lithuania:
In 2009, Pope Benedict XVI lifted the excommunication imposed on the bishops.
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Ireland:
That excommunication was overturned by Pope Benedict XVI in 2009.
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Canada:
Pope Benedict XVI lifted the excommunications of the SSPX bishops in 2009 as part of his outreach to the group.
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Israel:
Benedict XVI is depicted in a controversial cartoon alongside Ali Khamenei in 'Charlie Hebdo'.
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Tanzania:
Cardinal Pengo participated in the 2005 election of Pope Benedict XVI.
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Peru:
Pope Benedict XVI suffers an incident during the Christmas Mass.
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Italy:
Ratzinger, also known as Benedict XVI, is referenced regarding the end of Christendom but the continuation of Christianity.
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