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Why is he now Pope Benedict XVI?
Actually, he is now Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
Who chose Pope Benedict XV to become pope?
The cardinals of the Church chose Benedict in a conclave held in the Sistine Chapel.
Why did Benedict XVI choose his papal name of Benedict?
He chose the name to honor both St. Benedict as well as Pope Benedict XV. He held both in high esteem.
What is the Pope Benedict XVI's first name?
Pope Benedict's first name is Joseph.
How long did it take to choose Pope Benedict?
Two days was the length of the conclave that chose Benedict XVI as pope. He was elected on the 4th ballot.
How many popes have been named Benedict?
There have been 15 popes named Benedict. There was no pope named Benedict X. That name was chosen by an anti-pope who was not a true pope. Pope Benedict XI should have taken the name Benedict X but, due to some confusion, he did not. At the time of Benedict's election, however, this status was not recognized, thus the man the Roman Catholic Church officially considers the tenth true Pope Benedict took the official number XI rather than X. This has advanced the numbering of all subsequent Popes Benedict by one. Popes Benedict XI-XVI are, from an official point of view, the tenth through fifteenth popes by that name.
Who chose Pope Benedict XVI to be pope?
The Holy Spirit acting through the College of Cardinals.
Does Pope Benedict return to being a cardinal after he is pope?
He could but chose to take the title of Pope Emeritus instead.
Who is the present pope and which country does he come from?
Benedict is the name he chose as Pope, his real name is Ratzinger, and he grew up in Germany
What is the Pope Benedict XVI's mother's name?
Maria Ratzinger was the name of Pope Benedict's mother.
How many popes have had the name Pope Benedict before Pope Benedict XVI?
Prior to Benedict XVI there were 14 other popes with that name. Pope Benedict X was an antipope and does not count.
Why is Pope Benedict called Pope Benedict even though it is not his real name?
Pope Benedict was able to choose a new name when he was elected Pope. Popes usually choose the name of a saint they admire.
