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By Emma Marsden
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Pope Francis' funeral took place in a solemn ceremony at the Vatican on Saturday, drawing hundreds of thousands of mourners from around the world.
Pictures capture poignant moments from the funeral, including the attendance of global dignitaries, solemn rituals, and the emotional responses of the faithful.
The funeral Mass was held in St. Peter's Square, where Pope Francis' simple wooden coffin was displayed, reflecting his commitment to humility.
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After three days of public viewing that saw approximately 250,000 mourners pay their respects, the coffin was sealed in a private ceremony.
World leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and Prince William attended the service, highlighting Pope Francis' global impact.
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The photographs from the event serve as a visual tribute to Pope Francis' legacy of compassion, humility, and dedication to social justice. Prisoners and migrants ushered him into the basilica.
Francis is departing from recent tradition by choosing to be buried in the St. Mary Major Basilica, where a modest underground tomb bearing only his name, "Franciscus," has been prepared for him.
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During Pope Francis' funeral Mass, a litany of saints was sung, a meditative chant that forms part of the traditional rites. This was followed by a blessing from Eastern rite Catholic churches, chanted in Greek by patriarchs and priests.
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re praised Pope Francis as a pope of the people, a pastor who connected with "the least among us" through his informal and spontaneous style. Re described Francis as "a pope among the people, with an open heart toward everyone."
He also reflected on the lasting image many hold of Francis: offering his final Easter Sunday blessing and waving from the popemobile in the same piazza where his funeral took place.
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Mourners gathered and lined the streets of Rome to pay homage to the late Pontiff. The funeral not only marked the end of Pope Francis's papacy but also served as a testament to his profound impact on the world, uniting people across nations and faiths in a shared moment of reflection and gratitude.
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The thousands of faithful from around the world gathered in St. Peter's Square to honor Pope Francis at his funeral, created a powerful scene of mourning and unity. Pilgrims, clergy, and everyday believers stood shoulder to shoulder, many clutching rosaries and prayer cards, their faces marked by grief and reverence.
Some had traveled great distances to say a final farewell to a pope known for his compassion and humility. Amid the solemn chants and traditional rites, the faithful reflected on his legacy of service to the poor and marginalized, offering prayers and silent tributes to the beloved pontiff.
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