By Sakshi Sah
Published Apr 22, 2025

Hindustan Times
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Fascinating facts about Pope Francis

First Latin American pope, first Jesuit, and first to take the name Francis.

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Known as the 'Pope of the Slums', he dedicated his ministry to the poor and advocated for social justice.

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He welcomed those usually excluded and spoke more about mercy than judgement.

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Enacted Vatican financial reforms while challenging capitalism and supporting climate action.

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Consistently placed the poor at the heart of the Church's mission.

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Pope Francis was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936.

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Pope Francis spoke three languages fluently- Spanish, Italian and German.

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