A Humble Farewell: Pope Francis Lies in State in Simple Wooden Casket at Casa Santa Marta


April 22, 2025.
By Nana Dawi Mshelia

            In a quiet scene, Pope Francis lies in state at the chapel of Casa Santa Marta in Vatican City—the residence he chose during his papacy. The peaceful atmosphere mirrors the humility and simplicity that marked his time as the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church.

Following his personal wishes, Pope Francis rests not on the traditional bier used by past popes, but in a simple wooden casket. Departing from the long-standing practice of a triple-layered coffin made of cypress, lead, and oak, his choice reflects a more modest approach.

The casket, plain in appearance and lined with zinc to meet burial standards, serves as a final testament to the values he lived by: humility, solidarity with the poor, and a rejection of extravagance.

This understated farewell encapsulates the compassionate and humble spirit that defined Pope Francis's leadership.

May his soul rest in the bossom of the Lord.


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  1. Victoria YakubuApril 22, 2025 at 4:35 AM

    May his soul rest in peace

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    May his soul rest in peace

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  3. AnonymousApril 22, 2025 at 5:31 AM

    May his soul rest in peace

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  4. Joseph Malgwi YakubuApril 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM

    May his soul rest in peace 🕊️ life well lived

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  5. A.A IbrahimApril 22, 2025 at 12:09 PM

    May his soul finds rest

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    May his soul rest in peace.

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