Ratzinger
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, born Joseph Ratzinger, is a prominent figure in the Catholic Church, having served as pope from 2005 until his resignation in 2013, making history as the first pope to resign in nearly 600 years.
Born on Apr 16, 1927 (99 years old)
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Italy:
Ratzinger, before becoming Pope, was seen by Ferretti as a figure of obscurantism but later influenced his conversion.
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Italy:
Alfredo Ambrosetti mentioned having known Ratzinger.
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Spain:
Pope Ratzinger, during his visit to Auschwitz, asked the famous question: 'Where were you, Lord, when these things happened?'
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Italy:
Ratzinger is mentioned for his sometimes misunderstood sweetness during his papacy.
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Spain:
Ratzinger is mentioned in relation to traditionalist dining in Rome.
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Spain:
Ratzinger was a strong candidate in the previous conclave, ultimately becoming pope.
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Italy:
Ratzinger is referenced in relation to Prevost's restoration of traditional papal attire.
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Italy:
Ratzinger is mentioned as the Pope who resigned before Bergoglio's election.
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Slovakia:
Ratzinger, also known as Pope Benedict XVI, emerged victorious from the conclave after the death of John Paul II.
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Slovakia:
Ratzinger, also known as Pope Benedict XVI, emerged victorious from the conclave after the death of John Paul II.
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