The Catholic world prepares to say goodbye to Papa Franciscowhose death will trigger a series of rituals and ceremonies rooted in the Vatican tradition. Today, Tuesday, April 22, a crucial step was held in this process: the official finding of death.
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Death finding: a solemn ritual
The finding of the death of the Supreme Pontiff is a meticulous procedure and loaded with symbolism. According to the Vatican protocol, Cardinal Camarlengo, accompanied by the master of the Pontifical liturgical celebrations, performs the formal verification. This ritual -realized Tuesday -includes the call of the Pope by his first name three times, followed by the finding of the absence of response.
After the finding, preparations for the funeral begin, which will run over several days, following an established sequence:
Wake
On April 23, Pope Francis’s body will be exposed in the Basilica of San Pedro so that the faithful can pay tribute. Thousands of people from all over the world are expected to go to this wake.
Funeral Solemne
The funeral itself, known as ‘Pontifical Exequias’, will be held on April 26 from 10:00 am (Rome time) in the Plaza de San Pedro. This ceremony, chaired by the Dean of the Cardinal College, will be an event of great magnitude, with the presence of religious leaders, heads of state and representatives around the world.
-Novelty
For nine consecutive days, solemn masses will be held, known as ‘novelty’, in suffrage of the soul of the pontiff. These masses, loaded with prayer and reflection, will honor their legacy and ask for their eternal rest.
Funeral
Finally, Pope Francis’s body will be buried. In a change of tradition, it has been announced that its final resting place will be in the Basilica of Santa María la Mayor.
A legacy that transcends
The death of Pope Francis marks the end of a pontificate who has left a significant footprint in the Catholic Church and the world scene. His focus on mercy, social justice and interreligious dialogue have resonated with millions of people, believers and non -believers.
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