The Daily Question

In what language did Pope Benedict XVI
announce his resignation on February 11, 2013?


1. German
2. Italian
3. Latin
4. English

Your answer was: Latin
You are correct!!

Answer:
Pope Benedict XVI announced his resignation on February 11, 2013 in Latin, a language still used by the Vatican.

CLICK HERE to read the
'Full Announcement of the Resignation of Pope Benedict XVI'
on InsideTheVatican.com



Sede Vacante
Retirement of Pope Benedict XVI
1516-1522 (2013)