VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis's bookish side emerged Sunday, after the Vatican published a letter in which the pontiff encouraged young priests to read — while revealing that he himself likes the great tragedies.
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis's bookish side emerged Sunday, after the Vatican published a letter in which the pontiff encouraged young priests to read — while revealing that he himself likes the great tragedies.
Pope Francis waves from the window of the apostolic palace overlooking St. Peter's square during the Angelus prayer on August 4, 2024 in The Vatican. AFP PHOTOIn his letter to young priests, Francis pointed out that reading — which he noted requires greater personal engagement than watching films or television — improves one's vocabulary, develops intellectual capacity and reduces stress and anxiety.
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