Pope Benedict followed Pope John Paul II as pope.
Pope John Paul II is beatified by his successor, Pope Benedict XVI.
Benedict XVI was preceded by Pope John Paul II, who served as pope from 1978 until his death in 2005. John Paul II was one of the longest-serving popes in history and played a significant role in global affairs and the Catholic Church's outreach. Benedict XVI was elected as his successor on April 19, 2005.
Pope Benedict XVI was the 265th pope.
Pope Benedict XVI is German.
Pope Benedict XVI was born and raised in Germany.
There is an image of Pope Benedict XVI above.
Pope John Paul II was the immediate predecessor of Benedict XVI.
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Pope Benedict XVI was the 265th pope.
Pope Benedict XVI was actually German.
Pope Benedict XVI is the 265th pope.