Summary
Pope Leo XIV addressed crowds in St. Peter’s Square during his Angelus address, reflecting on Jesus’ teachings of the Beatitudes and their practical application to daily life. He emphasized that true joy leads to a new way of living and inhabiting the earth, contrasting it with a bland and dull existence. Pope Leo highlighted concrete actions such as sharing bread with the hungry, bringing the homeless into homes, and clothing those without clothes. These actions bring about light breaking through darkness, symbolized by Jesus’ promise in Isaiah’s Book that “sharing these acts will result in healing.” The Holy Father noted that God has a unique knowledge of each person’s identity, exemplified when Jesus warns against losing flavor as described in the Beatitudes. He encouraged followers to embrace openness and attention towards others, stressing that this path is challenging yet essential for maintaining joy and connection with Jesus. Pope Leo exhorted everyone present to seek Mary’s intercession, urging them to remain disciples of Jesus’ Son.
Key Topics
Vatican City, Pope Leo XIV, Beatitudes
