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[quote=Anonymous][quote]Yeah, because the significant majority of all prior Popes died before they reached the age he is now. That's why it hasn't happened in centuries. You realize that the three Popes who were older than Ratzinger is now died in 1878, 1730 and 1670. So it's been more than 230 years since there was even a Pope that is older than Benedict. How many people do you know that are 86 years old and still working in a very high stress, full-time (e.g. 7x24) job. Why can't the man retire and let a younger man with better stamina handle the job? He's more than done his duty. As for the cardinals, it's surprising to them because Pope Benedict has been somewhat close-mouthed to them about his decision. Small wonder considering that the cardinals previously declined his three requests to retire. They now have a moving walkway down the aisle in St Peters to take him the 100 yards to the altar for services. He often has to walk with a cane. Over the last several years, he's had to cancel and greatly decrease his travels because of his physical health. He's had to shorten and sometimes cancel audiences because his physical health and stamina haven't bee up to it. His brother relayed to the media that Pope Benedict's personal physican recommended that he decrease his physical activity including his travels and he has been considering stepping down for months in part because he's having so much trouble walking and just needs to rest. Do they really want to have a Pope in absentia? The Pope is doing what is best for his Papacy by letting a new man, who has the energy and strength for the office take over. We should all laud his humility. [/quote] Well said.[/quote]
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