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Meaning
The quote says that celibacy should be a free choice, not something forced on a person. It also suggests that priesthood requires personal willingness rather than pressure or coercion.
When It Was Said
1997
Who It Was Said To
Not documented yet.
Historical Context
Not documented yet.
Source
Salt of the Earth (1997)
Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
Did They Really Say It?
Listed with a cited source on Wikiquote: Salt of the Earth (1997).
Did You Know?
Cited with a source on Wikiquote: Salt of the Earth (1997).
About Pope Benedict XVI
German Catholic theologian and pontiff of the 21st century, Benedict XVI served as Pope from 2005 to 2013. His papacy was marked by a deep engagement with tradition, a nuanced approach to modernity, and a focus on dialogue with other faiths. He was also a scholar and philosopher before his election, known for his work on early Christianity and the relationship between faith and reason.
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