Suppose you were offered an opportunity to interview pope benedict xvi for an hour a. Similar to his bestselling book interview in 1985, the ratzinger report, he responds. Seewald, the author of the new book, is also the author of the 2010 booklength interview with benedict titled light of the word. The first section of the book concentrates on ratzinger himself.
In new book, pope benedict xvi exudes a rare humility. Pope emeritus benedict xvi sees church threatened by. Pope emeritus benedict xvi sees church threatened by pseudo. Pope benedict coauthors new book with cardinal sarah on the. Joseph ratzinger pope emeritus benedict xvi is recognized as one of the. In new biography, pope benedict says world threatened by humanism. This third and last book of interviews between pope emeritus benedict and peter seewald the inside back cover jacket says this is his the popes final book. Pope says in book he would resign if incapacitated reuters. Peter seewald and pope benedict xvi new book available. Expope benedict denies cowriting book that criticised pope. This book is quite different in style and content from other work by pope benedict xvi cardinal ratzinger.
A cat recounts the life of pope benedict xvi was published in 2007 which told the story of the pope s life from the feline chicos perspective. Taken from a weeklong series of interviews with veteran journalist peter seewald, this historymaking book tackles headon some of the greatest issues facing the world of our time. In new book, retired pope benedict breaks silence to speak out. The new book is based on conversations benedict had at some point after his retirement with german journalist peter seewald, with whom he also published a.
It has both the former pope and cardinal on the cover. Pope francis favored interviewer casts cdl sarah as leading. Author peter seewald has conducted four booklength interviews with benedict xvi. Wikipedia books can also be tagged by the banners of any relevant wikiprojects with classbook. Never has a pope, in a booklength interview, dealt so directly with such wide ranging and controversial issues as pope benedict xvi does in light of the world. Pinknewsreported the relevant quotes by benedict in the book using a translation from the german. In a new book, set for release in february, the retired.
An intimate portrait, and the photobiography, pope benedict xvi. Former pope benedict xvi has denied cowriting a book taking aim at pope francis over the possible relaxation of priestly celibacy rules in the latest twist to a row which has gripped the. Mr messori submitted a list of questions to pope john paul ii for a televised interview, which never took place. Wikipedia books are maintained by the wikipedia community, particularly wikiproject wikipedia books. An article on the book at the german catholic website makes clear that benedict denies that either vatican corruption or the vatileaks scandal was the reason for his abdication. Light of the world is a booklength interview of pope benedict xvi by veteran. Retired pope benedict defends priestly celibacy in new. Joseph ratzinger was an attractive man who and struggled with the decision to become celibate, says peter seewald. If you would like to participate, please visit the project page, where you can join the discussion and see a list of open tasks. In a recently published interview on issues of justification and faith, benedict xvi has addressed issues of mercy and our need for forgiveness. In new biography, pope benedict xvi laments modern anti. New benedict book promotes priestly celibacy, suggesting.
The comments were reportedly from a conversation the two men had in 2018. Expope benedict seeks to end storm over controversial book. Never has a pope, in a book length interview, dealt so directly with such wideranging and controversial issues as pope benedict xvi does in light of the world. The first two interviews have become best selling books.
Similar to his bestselling book interview in 1985, the ratzinger report, he responds with. The most sincere interview which benedict xvi has given. This will presumably not be revealed until after his death, kna reported. New book by pope francis points to continuity with john paul ii.
Full text of benedict xvis recent, rare, and lengthy. May 05, 2020 the book was published in german may 4. Pope benedict xvi breaks silence with new book supporting. Pope benedict discusses his own life, the problems of the church today and then glimpses.
This book shows pope benedict vxi to be an honest and a humble person. Benedict xvi books list of books by author benedict xvi. From the entrance into jerusalem to the resurrection, and more on. Peter seewald is a veteran german journalist who has done two other internationally bestselling book length interviews with joseph ratzinger now benedict xvi. So for now, we have to content ourselves with translated excerpts.
Mar 18, 2014 pope francis request for feedback on his interview from pope emeritus benedict is not the first time that the pontiff has expressed a frank openness to receiving critiques of his words and actions. May 04, 2020 in a newly published biography, retired pope benedict xvi said the catholic church is threatened by a worldwide dictatorship of seemingly humanist ideologies. An enlightening interview and insight into the mind of benedict xvi. Pope emeritus benedicts latest book will be called last. Book with exclusive interview of pope benedict xvi is. In new book, benedict xvi confirms his resignation but. The new pope biography by peter seewald is told in an exciting way, but in an obvious effort to defend benedict. What it does, via an interview with a german journalist, is give a useful and clear view of the popes thoughts on a wide range of current issues and developments and the churchs response. Pope emeritus benedict xvi sees church threatened by pseudohumanism catholic news service may 04, 2020 retired pope benedict xvi, pictured in a 2008 file photo, celebrated his 93rd birthday april. This story was inspired by an orange tabby pentling cat, which belonged to the family next door. Vatican city former pope benedict xvi, who once vowed to remain hidden from the world after resigning, is once more speaking out. The history of the church is full of states of exception, along with a quote from st. This third and last book of interviews between pope emeritus benedict and peter seewald the inside back cover jacket says this is his the pope s final book features a treasure trove of memorable quotes. The catholic news agency reports the interview with benedict, who stepped down as pope in 20, was included in a new biography by german author peter seewald the former pope said modern society is advancing an antichristian creed, punishable by social excommunication.
Pope benedict xvi predictions for the future of the church. Sep 10, 2016 the book was prepared as a long interview with german journalist peter seewald, who has conducted several interviews with benedict from the time he was cardinal joseph ratzinger. What it does, via an interview with a german journalist, is give a useful and clear view of the pope s thoughts on a wide range of current issues and developments and the churchs response. In new biography, benedict xvi laments modern antichristian. The former pope s comments were published in a new authorized german biography, benedict xvi. Aug 17, 2016 bloomsbury says that in the book, pope benedict, who was the bishop of rome from 200520, addresses some of the controversies of his papacy and reveals how at his late age, governing and. The return of resignationism antonio socci rocks vatican with new book. Former cardinal ratzinger, now pope benedict xvi, gives a fulllength interview to a secular journalist on a host of issues. Sep 09, 2016 seewald, the author of the new book, is also the author of the 2010 booklength interview with benedict titled light of the word. In new book, benedict xvi confirms his resignation but clings. Update 3expope benedict wants name removed from new book. Nov 04, 2010 vittorio messori, an italian journalist, wrote and edited crossing the threshold of hope, a book length interview with pope john paul ii. Pope benedict coauthors new book with cardinal sarah on. Nov 25, 2018 the return of resignationism antonio socci rocks vatican with new book.
Vatican city rns former pope benedict xvi, who once vowed to remain hidden from the world after resigning, is once more speaking out. Expope benedict denies cowriting book that criticised. In march 2012, pope benedict appointed a commission of cardinals to investigate the leaks. Vittorio messori, an italian journalist, wrote and edited crossing the threshold of hope, a book length interview with pope john paul ii. Retired pope benedict xvi has reemerged as the coauthor of a new book expressing his belief in priestly celibacy, a potential point of conflict with pope francis after bishops in the recent synod. Catholic news service reports his comments appear in the last chapter of the book by peter seewald, who says the interview took place in the fall of 2018. Seewalds new book on pope benedict xvi confirms his. Archbishop georg ganswein told reuters that, at the former popes behest, he had asked the principal author of the book, cardinal robert. In a new booklength interview, presumably his last, with german journalist peter seewald, emeritus pope benedict xvi projects a humility rare. There is only criticism of the pontiff in small doses. Retired pope benedict xvi has given another interview to the journalist and author peter seewald, and a german publisher announced it would be released worldwide on sept. It is also about the papal election, his first days as the successor of peter and his resignation. New book from pope benedict addresses resignation and gay. Publication of extracts from the book, the depth of our hearts, by french newspaper le figaro on.
The answers given in the interview are heartfelt and above all, honest. An absolutely fascinating book, like a personal visit with the cardinal. In a newly published biography, retired pope benedict xvi said the catholic church is threatened by a worldwide dictatorship of seemingly humanist ideologies. According to italian outlet corriere della sera, the 93yearold pope emeritus who became pope in 2005 but stood. According to italian outlet corriere della sera, the 93yearold. In new book, pope benedict xvi exudes a rare humility crux now. Vatican city pope emeritus benedict xvi has contributed to a book by cardinal robert sarah in which they both reflect on the crisis in the priesthood and defend mandatory priestly celibacy in. Prayer in the second part of the book of revelation rev. The book was written to mark the 100th anniversary of john pauls birth. Ignatius of antiochs letter to the ephesians, which pope emeritus benedict xvi used in his preface to cardinal robert sarahs 2017. Usccb announces new book about pope benedict xvi to be. Retired pope benedict xvi, who promised to remain silent when he resigned as head of the roman catholic church seven years ago, has. Benedict xvi talks resignation, pope francis in new book.
Benedict xvi, he added, had praised the chapter on pope. May 04, 2020 the book was published in german may 4. In new biography, pope benedict says world threatened by. The highlyanticipated book based on a rare interview with the pope is about to make it to a bookstore near you. Pope emeritus benedict, cardinal sarah author new book on. Light of the world by peter seewald and pope benedict xvi formed. This is a wikipedia book, a collection of articles which can be downloaded electronically or ordered in print. In a new booklength interview, presumably his last, with german journalist peter seewald, emeritus pope benedict xvi projects a humility rare for any world leader by candidly conceding that. Three years ago, a minibrouhaha erupted over benedicts booklength interview with german journalist peter seewald, in which the pontiff said that in some cases the use of condoms, especially. A cat recounts the life of pope benedict xvi was published in 2007 which told the story of the popes life from the feline chicos perspective. Pope benedict says in a new book that he would not hesitate to become the first pontiff to resign willingly in more than 700 years if he felt himself no longer able, physically, psychologically.
News new book on pope benedict xvi talks about pontiffs struggle with celibacy. Jul, 2016 patrick madrid discusses joseph cardinal ratzingers later pope benedict xvi concluding remarks from radio interview 1969. Remarks also in print, book published by ignatius press, faith and the. Excerpts of the book indicate that the 92yearold benedict, and sarah, a fellow conservative, wrote separate portions, according to the national catholic reporter. Retired pope benedict reflects on papacy in new book, the. Update 3expope benedict wants name removed from new book aide. This book is within the scope of wikiproject italy, a collaborative effort to improve the coverage of articles on italy on wikipedia. Jan 21, 2020 rome, january 21, 2020 lifesitenews eugenio scalfaris latest interview with pope francis, which came out at the height of the recent benedict xvicardinal sarah book controversy. Pope francis favored interviewer casts cdl sarah as. The first, salt of the earth, was published in 1997, when the future pope was prefect of the vatican. The headline around the world was that the pope was finally allowing the use of condoms in certain circumstances. The news came after an italian newspaper broke an embargo on a booklength interview with benedict xvi by the german journalist peter seewald, perhaps the only popular interlocutor whom the pontiff, in his previous role as a cardinal, has cooperated with on such a scale.
Unlike those earlier books, in which the questions took the form of a lengthy interview conducted by a prominent german journalist, the questions here come. Like the bestselling booklength interviews salt of the earth and god and the world, questions and answers features pope benedict answering a range of questions about the catholic faith. Shop for pope benedict books at and support the ongoing mission of mother angelica. Sep 08, 2016 in a new book length interview, presumably his last, with german journalist peter seewald, emeritus pope benedict xvi projects a humility rare for any world leader by candidly conceding that. Us publisher ignatius press said that their version of the book would remain coauthored as the two men collaborated on this book for several months.
Pope francis request for feedback on his interview from pope emeritus benedict is not the first time that the pontiff has expressed a frank openness to receiving critiques of. Full text of benedict xvis recent, rare, and lengthy interview. Book this book does not require a rating on the projects quality scale. In 1993 peter seewald metcardinal ratzinger for the first time.
This book is the third interview between peter seewald, a german journalist whose interactions with thencardinal ratzinger helped bring him back to. Never has a pope, in a booklength interview, dealt so directly with such wideranging and controversial issues as pope benedict xvi does in light of the world. Former pope benedict wants his name removed as coauthor of a new book on the issue of priestly celibacy, his personal secretary said on tuesday, in the latest twist to a saga that has kept the roman catholic world riveted. Why he is still pope after over fiveandahalf years of the antics of jorge bergoglio as pope francis, many novus ordos and semitraditionalists simply cannot take it anymore and are starting to look for ways to rid themselves of francis, yet while still trying to avoid the. The full text of the book, just released in german, wont be available in english until november. The book was prepared as a long interview with german journalist peter seewald, who has conducted several interviews with benedict from the time he. Retired former pope benedict xvi sought to calm a dispute within the vatican on tuesday, claiming his name was erroneously attributed as coauthor to a new book with a conservative cardinal. Benedict xvi also addresses his successor, francis. Jan 14, 2020 the book features an essay by benedict and another by sarah, with a coauthored introduction and conclusion. Pope emeritus benedict, cardinal sarah author new book on priesthood, celibacy the priesthood is going through a dark time, pope emeritus benedict xvi and cardinal sarah say in their new book. Patrick madrid discusses joseph cardinal ratzingers later pope benedict xvi concluding remarks from radio interview 1969.
Socci introduces the section with a quotation from the italian author gianni baget bozzos 2001 book lanticristo. He has faced the searing sexual abuse scandal with compassion and moved headon to meet interreligious challenges to build understanding among. New benedict book promotes priestly celibacy, suggesting rift. Because of the tremendous reception those books received. Retired pope benedict defends priestly celibacy in new book. A new book by pope emeritus benedict xvi and cardinal robert sarah will discuss the priesthood and clerical celibacy, and what the authors see as threats and challenges facing priestly ministry in.
A fantastic book which should not be overlooked by any openminded catholic who wishes to. Rome, january 21, 2020 lifesitenews eugenio scalfaris latest interview with pope francis, which came out at the height of the recent benedict xvicardinal sarah book controversy. Pope benedicts first five years reveal a man who can walk calmly through troubled times as he seeks to heal wounds and bring people together, says the books editor, sister mary ann walsh. In the interview, which had not been published before, the former pope said he had written a spiritual testament. Expope links gay marriage to the antichrist newser. The three cardinals appointed by benedict acted in a supervisory role, looking beyond the narrow criminal scope of the leaks to interview broadly across the vatican bureaucracy. Light of the world was written by german journalist peter. Pope benedict made history when he became the first pope in over 700 years to. Jan 14, 2020 former pope benedict xvi has denied cowriting a book taking aim at pope francis over the possible relaxation of priestly celibacy rules in the latest twist to a row which has gripped the. New book by pope francis points to continuity with john.
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