John Paul II died on April 2, 2005, leaving a deep trace in the past of the Catholic Church and planet politics. His last moments were highly important, and those events were witnessed by people who worked alongside him for many years. 1 of them was Cardinal Stanisław Dziwisz, who had worked with Karol Wojtyła already in the 1960s.
Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz, in his interview in the program "Morning Ring", told about the Pope's final moments. On April 2, 2005, in the morning, Cardinal Dziwisz and another clergymen were at the bed of the Holy Father, who was inactive conscious. The Pope spoke to them and determined that there would be a Mass in a moment, in which he would besides attend. This was a unique moment, for the Pope, despite his weakness, took an active part in the Holy Mass, including Holy Communion.
After Holy Mass, John Paul II's last will was for the priest to read the Bible to him. This want was granted by Father Tadeusz January, who read the Gospel of Saint John to the pope until evening hours. The Pope listened and considered the words of the Scriptures, which was a origin of prayer and spiritual preparation for him until the last moment.
The last hours of John Paul II were besides an chance to say goodbye to him. The pope was visited by clergymen, including Cardinal Josef Ratzinger, later Pope Benedict XVI, and by simple people who worked in the Vatican. They all said goodbye to the Pope, who was full aware and conscious.
The death of John Paul II was an event that touched not only Poles, but besides the full world. For Catholics around the world, the Pope was a symbol of religion and a spiritual guide. His heritage is inactive alive and inspires people around the world.
According to 2020 data, The Catholic Church counted over 1.3 billion faithful worldwide, accounting for about 17% of the world's population. Pope John Paul II played a crucial function in the improvement of the Church and interreligious dialogue.
Today, 20 years after the death of John Paul II, his heritage is inactive alive and inspires people around the world. His teaching and example are a origin of hope and aid for so many mensens who search spiritual support and certainty in their lives.
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The Death of John Paul II: The peculiar Witness of the Last minute of the Pope
