He Vatican made known the Testament of Pope Franciswhere the High pontiff He left his last will detailed, once again reflecting his spirit of humility and simplicity.
According to the official document, Francisco expressed his desire to be buried in the Basilica de Santa María la Mayorand not in the crypt of the Basilica of San Pedro, where the remains of the popes have rest for more than three centuries. This is one of the most important temples of Rome and a place of deep devotion to Jorge Bergoglio throughout his pontificate.
In addition, he indicated that Its burial must be underground, without ostentation or special decorative elements. Instead of solemn titles or references, he asked that only a simple registration on his grave: “Franciscus”
A particular detail of the will is that The expenses of their grave will be covered by an anonymous benefactor. The name of this person was not revealed, but appears in the text as someone who will assume the responsibility of covering the costs associated with their final rest.
These final provisions are in tune with the austere lifestyle that characterized Jorge Bergoglio from their days in Buenos Airesand reaffirm their willingness to leave a legacy focused on humility, faith and closeness with the people.
“That the Lord grant the deserved reward to those who have loved me and continue to pray for me. The suffering that was present in the last stage of my life I offer it to the Lord for Peace in the world and the fraternity between the peoples,” Close the text.
Next, Pope Francis’s complete testament:
In the name of the Holy Trinity. Amen.
Feeling that the twilight of my earthly life is approaching and with alive hope in eternal life, I want to express my testamentary will only in regard to the place of my burial.
My life and my priestly and episcopal ministry have always entrusted them to the mother of our Lord, the Blessed Mary. Therefore, I ask that my mortal remains rest, waiting for the day of the resurrection, in the Papal Basilica of Santa María la Mayor.
I wish that my last earthly trip ends precisely in this ancient Marian sanctuary, which I used to go in prayer at the beginning and end of each apostolic trip, to hope my intentions to the immaculate mother and thank her her maternal and docile care.
I request that my grave be prepared in the Side nave locationbetween the Paulina chapel (Chapel of the Salus Populi Romani) and the Sforza chapel of said papal basilica, as indicated in the attached document.
The grave must be undergroundsimple, without special ornaments and with the only registration: Franciscus.
The preparation expenses of my grave will be covered with the sum provided by the benefactor that I have designated, to be transferred to the papal basilica of Santa María la Mayor, and for which I have given the instructions corresponding to Mons. ROLANDAS MAKRICKASExtraordinary commissioner of the Liberian chapter.
That the Lord grants the deserved reward for those who have loved me and continue to pray for me. The suffering that was present in the last stage of my life I offer it to the Lord for Peace in the world and fraternity among peoples.
Source: Ambito
