Why Coins Will Be Put in Pope Francis’ Coffin Before It’s Closed on Friday Evening
Why Coins Will Be Put in Pope Francis’ Coffin Before It’s Closed on Friday Evening.
As preparations for the final farewell to Pope Francis continue Vatican officials have revealed that a set of specially minted coins will be placed inside his coffin before it is sealed on Friday evening.
The inclusion of coins is a long-standing tradition in Catholic papal burials steeped in symbolism and historical significance.
According to church customs the coins known as papal medals represent each year of the Pope’s reign……READ ORIGINAL & FULL CONTENT HERE