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Pope Leo XIV reminds Europe that its civilization cannot be understood without Christianity
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Christianity is an Abrahamic monotheistic religion based on the Bible and the teachings of Jesus. The Gospels state that Jesus is the Son of God and rose from the dead after his crucifixion, whose coming as the messiah (Christ) was prophesied in the Old Testament and chronicled in the New Testament. It is the world's largest and most widespread religion with over 2.3 billion followers, comprising around 28.8% of the world population. Its adherents, known as Christians, are estimated to make up a majority of the population in 120 countries and territories.
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Pope Leo XIV has claimed this Monday in Metz the Christian roots of Europe and has maintained that the continent's civilization cannot be understood without the imprint of the Church, monasticism, and openness to transcendence. "One cannot speak of Europe…
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Address by Pope Leo XIV during the “At the Roots of Europe for Peace and Unity” Gathering in Metz