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Was the pope a young Hitler?
At the age of 14, all boys in Nazi Germany were automatically enrolled in the Hitler Youth organization. They had no say in the matter. Young Joseph Ratzinger was an unwilling member of the group but never attended meetings. A few years later he was also drafted into the German Army but soon deserted and returned to his home. Neither the future pope nor his parents supported the Nazis. In fact, a cousin of young Ratzinger with Down's Syndrome was taken by the Nazis and killed because of his disability. The family despised what the Nazis were doing.
How long was Pope Benedict in the Hitler Youth?
Joseph Ratzinger, who much later in life became Pope Benedict XVI, was in the Hitler Youth for 4 years, from 1941 to 1945. Bear in mind that his membership was required by law, rather than being his choice, and he did not attend meetings. There is no evidence that he ever considered himself to be a Nazi.
What group of people came to be called popes?
The leaders of the Catholic (Christian) Church dating back to Pope Peter, being the first Pope.
Who was the group of barbarians that attacked Pope Leo 2?
Atilla the Hun, and he didn't attack Pope Leo, he was actually planning to sack Rome and claim it as his own until Pope Leo intervened. When the pope came out of the meeting tent with Atilla, he said, "God has spared you this day." Atilla and his army passed by.
Why is Youth Day celebrated?
we celebrate it buy putting our children first, we give them what they need (food, clothes etc.)Roman Catholic Answer: There are a number of "Youth Days". The most famous is World Youth Day. This is celebrated in many dioceses each year and every several year at different location throughout the world. It was started by His Holiness, Pope John Paul II, of happy memory, to celebrate the Catholic faith of the youth, although youth of any denomination are welcome.
What youth group did Pope Benedict have to join?
All youth in Germany were automatically enrolled in Hitler's youth group. Benedict rarely attended meetings and dropped out.
Was Pope John Paul a member of 666?
I do not know what you are referring to as I can find no group 666. Whatever your intentions, he was not a member of any such group, real or fictional.
What youth group did the Pope Benedict have to join?
All youth age 14 or older in Germany were required by Hitler to be enrolled Hitler Youth. Joseph Ratzinger was conscripted but refused to attend meetings.
What has the author Arthur K Pope written?
Arthur K. Pope has written: 'Youth experience in travel and service' -- subject(s): Church group work with teenagers
Was Pope Benedict VI a Mason?
No pope has ever been a member of the Masons. Being a member incurs automatic excommunication. Benedict VI was pope in the years 973 and 974 and could not have been a Mason since that group was not formed until the 15th century.
Is Pope Benedict German?
Pope Benedict XVI was born in Marktl am Inn, Bavaria so yes, he is German.Yes, he was born and raised in Bavaria. He was also a member of the Hitler Youth before and during the war.
Why did the Pope visit Sydney for World Youth Day?
It has been customary for the serving pope to be a part of World Youth Day for a number of years.
Was Pope John Paul II a Nazi?
At the age of 14 all boys in Nazi Germany were automatically enrolled in the Hitler Youth group which meant that young Ratzinger was a member. However, he never attended meetings. Later he was drafted into the army and was assigned to the anti aircraft group. He deserted his post and returned home.
What was the name of the pope that came to World Youth Day 2008?
Pope Benedict XVI.
What is the message of the pope to the youth last world youth day?
We have set our hope in the living God
What religious order does Pope Francis belong to?
Francis is a member of the Society of Jesus - the Jesuits.
What visitor has come to Australia for World Youth Day?
The Pope went to Australia for World Youth Day in 2008.
