Following the funeral service at this time on St. Peter’s Square, in the presence of a large number of faithful and international leaders, Pope Francis’ body will be led to the Basilica of Santa Maria Matzore. The funeral procession, as the BBC reports, will cross the River Tiber and pass in front of the Colosseum, one of Rome’s most iconic monuments. Along the way, thousands of citizens are expected to pay tribute to the committed Pontiff. The choice of Santa Maria Matzore for the burial place has a special symbolism. Pope Francis often visited this particular Basilica, especially before and after his significant trips, and had repeatedly expressed his personal connection with Our Lady of Pilgrimage there. It is an act of faith and humility, in accordance with the spirit of his papacy. Francis will be the first Pope by Leo Ig, who passed away in 1903, who will be buried outside the Vatican borders. This decision breaks […]
Source: News Beast

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