Pope Francis is undoubtedly a particularly significant figure in today’s landscape, not only in the spiritual realm but also in the geopolitical one. His gestures, his attitude of respect and sincere openness toward different cultures and religions, as well as toward those who do not adhere to a defined faith, make him a widely recognized—though at times challenging—point of reference.
Catholics are certainly accustomed to considering the relationships he has built over the years—dating back to his ministry as a priest and bishop in Argentina—with people of other faiths or with atheists. However, it is quite unusual to reflect on what they think and say about him.
This text gathers the voices of Jews, Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists, and Bahá’ís regarding the significance they attribute to Francis’ pontificate.

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