Tag: Pope Francis
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Why Popes are buried in 3 coffins with bag of coins—and why Pope Francis ended it
The death of a pope is always a moment of great significance, not just for Catholics but for the world. One of the most striking traditions that accompany a pope’s passing is the unique and elaborate burial process. For centuries, popes have been laid to rest in three nested coffins, each one symbolic, sacred, and…
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What happens when the Pope dies?
On April 21, the world woke up to news of the death of Pope Francis. The death was announced by the Vatican who said he died at the age of 88. Pope Francis was the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church. He suffered various ailments in his 13-year reign, with severe complications…