Is pope Benedict still alive and how old is he?
On 4 September 2020, Benedict became the longest-lived person to have held the office of pope, at 93 years, 4 months, 16 days, surpassing Leo XIII, who died in 1903….
| Pope Benedict XVI | |
|---|---|
| Created cardinal | 27 June 1977 by Paul VI |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Joseph Aloisius Ratzinger 16 April 1927 Marktl, Bavaria, Weimar Republic |
Who is the youngest pope?
Pope Benedict IX
Pope Benedict IX (Latin: Benedictus IX; c. 1012 – c. 1056), born Theophylactus of Tusculum in Rome, was Bishop of Rome and ruler of the Papal States on three occasions between October 1032 and July 1048. Aged approximately 20 at his first election, he is one of the youngest popes in history.
What nationality is the Pope now?
Argentine
| Pope Francis | |
|---|---|
| Born | Jorge Mario Bergoglio 17 December 1936 Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Nationality | Argentine (with Vatican citizenship) |
| Denomination | Catholic |
| Residence | Domus Sanctae Marthae |
Was pope emeritus Benedict XVI forced to resign?
Two years ago this week, Benedict’s announcement that he was stepping down for health reasons shocked the Catholic Church and much of the world. It also loosed conspiracy theorists who believe Benedict was forced to resign. On Wednesday, one of the former pope’s top lieutenants defended the 87-year-old’s choice.
Is Pope Benedict still living?
Pope Benedict still lives in the Vatican even after his resignation. He initially took up residence in the Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo, which was also his summer home during his tenure. Benedict then moved permanently to Vatican City’s Mater Ecclesiae on May, 2013.
Why did Pope Benedict resign?
The former pope Benedict has claimed that his resignation in February was prompted by God, who told him to do it during a “mystical experience”.
What is the health of Pope Benedict?
The former pope’s personal secretary, the archbishop Georg Gänswein, did not immediately return a call asking for comment. Seewald said Benedict, who has been in poor health for some time, was suffering from shingles, a viral infection that causes painful rashes and is common among older people.