Pope Francis’ Final Wishes
A posthumously published document reveals that Pope Francis desired his remains to rest in the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, one of Rome’s major papal basilicas. In his spiritual testament, he requested a simple burial without lavish adornments and arranged for a benefactor to cover the costs. He specifically chose a burial niche between the Pauline and Sforza Chapels, emphasizing his lifelong devotion to the Virgin Mary and expressing hopes for peace and fraternity in the world.
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