Pope Francis’ coffin was solemnly sealed on Friday evening in St.
Peter’s Basilica after 250,000 mourners paid their respects.
The ceremony, led by Cardinal-Camerlengo Kevin Farrell, included prayers, placement of papal medals, and the covering of the Pope’s face with silk.
A zinc coffin was sealed inside a wooden one bearing his coat of arms. Pope Francis, known for his humility, chose to lie in state at ground level without a catafalque.
His funeral will be held Saturday, marking the end of a profound and pastoral pontificate.
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