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Do popes ever get married?
No, popes do not get married. In the Roman Catholic Church, celibacy is a requirement for those who are ordained as priests, bishops, and popes.
Who are the current leaders of Christianity?
Popes, priests, ministers, and pastors
Are most popes former diocesan priests?
The majority of popes started as priests. However, it is not a requirement. Any male Catholic can be chosen. Pope Benedict XVI had virtually no experience as a diocesan priest as he spent most of his time in academics - teaching in universities - and was promoted directly from there to archbishop.
Who has Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger married?
He has never been married. Priests, including cardinals and popes.
When did Pope John Paul get married?
There have been two popes named John Paul and neither was married. Popes are priests and priest are not allowed to marry.
What did Pope Gregory forbid priests to do?
There have been 16 popes named Gregory. Please specify one of them.
2 popes alive at the same time?
yes, there are two popes alive at the same time. I read it on the Internets.
Did John Pope have a family?
John Pope did not have a family of his own. Catholic priests or popes are not allowed to marry or have sex.
What does the pope wear to keep his legs warm?
Popes wear clothing under their religious garments as do all priests and bishops,
Who forgives a priests bishop or popes sin?
Any priest can give absolution to any other priest, regardless of station.
What was Pope Benedict XVI's wife called?
Pope Benedict was never married. Popes do not marry, nor do priests or bishops.
Is it true that there were several popes that sired illegitimate children?
Yes. There have been a few popes who were originally married who had children. When their wives died, they became priests and, eventually, popes. There have also been a few who were not very obedient to the vow of chastity or celibacy and had illegitimate children while in office.
