Pope Francis Laid to Rest in Historic Funeral at Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica
Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church, was buried today in a solemn ceremony at the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, marking the end of an era for the global Catholic community. World leaders, dignitaries, and thousands of faithful gathered to pay their final respects to the beloved pope, known for his humility, progressive reforms, and unwavering advocacy for the poor.
A Global Gathering of Mourners
The funeral Mass, presided over by high-ranking Vatican clergy, was attended by an array of international figures, including:
- U.S. President Donald Trump
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky
- French President Emmanuel Macron
- Argentinian President Javier Milei
- Spain’s King Felipe VI
The presence of political and religious leaders underscored Pope Francis’ far-reaching influence, bridging divides between nations and faiths.
A Final Resting Place in Santa Maria Maggiore
Unlike many of his predecessors buried in St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Francis was interred at Santa Maria Maggiore, a site of deep personal significance. The basilica, one of Rome’s four major papal churches, held special meaning for Francis, who visited frequently to pray before the icon of Salus Populi Romani (Protectress of the Roman People)
Legacy of a Reformist Pope
Elected in 2013 as the first Jesuit and Latin American pope, Francis championed social justice, climate action, and interfaith dialogue. His papacy was marked by efforts to modernize the Church while maintaining its core teachings, though not without controversy.
As the world bids farewell, tributes pour in from global figures, religious communities, and ordinary believers whose lives he touched. His burial at Santa Maria Maggiore ensures his legacy endures in a place he held dear.
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