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What traditional thing is often done by pilgrims when they visit St. Peter's Basilica to bring them luck? |
| • Pray or Meditate |
| • Attend Mass |
| • Turn Around in Circles Multiple Times |
| • Rub the foot of the St. Peter's statue |
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Pope Saint Gregory VII
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Collecting Vatican First Day Covers
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