Five years after his resignation, “Benedict XVI, in honor of the truth,” a documentary by Rome Reports and TV 2000, presents the key reasons for his decision
Benedict's resignation, which then seemed like an impossible act, is now viewed five years later as the wisest one. It was another lesson by the pope professor.
He will celebrate his birthday in private, after Pope Francis visited him on the eve of his birthday.
“Ultimately, the reason is the absence of God. We Christians and priests also prefer not to talk about God, because this speech does not seem to be practical,” he said.
On Monday, it will be six years since Benedict XVI resigned.