Joseph XVI
265 th pope of the Catholic Church (2005–2013)
1927 — 2022
Quick Facts
Profession
265 th pope of the Catholic Church (2005–2013)
Born
April 16, 1927
Died
2022 (age ~95)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
archbishop, theologian, philosopher
Vatican CityBorn in MarktlDied in Vatican City
1927
Born in Marktl (1927-04-16)
1949
EducationStudied at Ducal Georgianum (1949–1951)
1977
Positioncardinal
1977
Positioncardinal priest (1977–1993)
1977
PositionRoman Catholic Archbishop of Munich and Freising (1977–1982)
1977
AwardBavarian Order of Merit
About
Pope Benedict XVI was head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of Vatican City from 2005 until his resignation in 2013. Following his resignation, he chose to be known as "pope emeritus", a title he held until his death on 31 December 2022.
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Who is Joseph XVI?+
Pope Benedict XVI was head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of Vatican City from 2005 until his resignation in 2013. Following his resignation, he chose to be known as "pope emeritus", a title he held until his death on 31 December 2022.
What does the name Joseph mean?+
The name Joseph means "a male given name from English [in turn from Hebrew]. Etymology: From Ioseph, ultimately from lit=(God) shall add; a son of Jacob. Yusuf.". It is of English origin.
When was Joseph XVI born?+
Joseph XVI was born on April 16, 1927.
When did Joseph XVI die?+
Joseph XVI died in 2022, at approximately 95 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name from English [in turn from Hebrew]. Etymology: From Ioseph, ultimately from lit=(God) shall add; a son of Jacob. Yusuf.
The name Joseph is of English origin, meaning "a male given name from English [in turn from Hebrew]. Etymology: From Ioseph, ultimately from lit=(God) shall add; a son of Jacob. Yusuf.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Joseph — April 16, 1927
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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