Benedictus XVI. P.P. Function: Pope of the Holy Roman Church Title: Servus Servorum Dei Birthdate: Apr 16, 1927 Country: Germany Elevated: Jun 27, 1977 More information: www.catholic-hierarchy.org, www.ratzingerfanclub.com/, www.benedictxvi.tv Send a text about this cardinal » View all articles about this cardinal » Translation (automatic) German French Spanish Italian Portuguese The Church Should Apologize for Giordano Bruno Sept 10, 2004 The Church should apologize for the execution of the 16th century philosopher Giordano Bruno as part of the whole Inquisition. (CWN, Sep. 29, 1997) Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger, prefect of the CDF, said last week that the Church should apologize for the execution of the 16th century philosopher Giordano Bruno as part of the whole Inquisition. Pope John Paul has placed special emphasis on repenting for past sins and injustices in recent years as the Church prepares to celebrate the Jubilee Year in 2000.

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