Ex pope Benedict, a professional scholar in faith, had a tough pontificate bothered by an avalanche of allegations worldwide versus pedophile priests. He likewise dealt with huge issues in Vatican administration, with several claims of monetary corruption and mismanagement, ending up being the very first pope to resign for 6 a century after confessing he was tired. Ceremony masses being held today throughout Thailand are highlighting his piety and scholastic expertise along with the high regard in which he is held by the present pontiff. The resignation leaves an open concern on whether pope Francis, afflicted by movement issues in his mid 80s, will likewise retire in what might end up being a 21st century papal custom.
