Monday, July 11, 2011

Blessed Pope John Paul II - "The Most Seen Person in World"




From the early morning of October 16, 1978 - since his first appearance at the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, Pope John Paul II' his popularity soared high making him one of the most influential person in the world.

He has broken precedents & traditions, broken records and set new records in history 

One Record attributed to him is "The most seen  & most recognizable person in History

This was witnessed during his Wednesday Audiences, pastoral trips within Italy and in his 104 international travels to 129 countries all over the world. Most evident during International World Youth Days.

Not only during his lifetime but also during his death & funeral which was thought to be the most watched funerals live and on screens all over the world. It was also considered as the largest gathering world leaders from Royal-Monarchy Leaders, Presidents & Prime Ministers, Religious Leaders and other foreign dignitaries.

Same was true during his Beatification...and most probably on his most awaited canonization. 

Some photos showing some memorable moments with people all over the world.

During his Wednesday Audiences at St. Peter's and within Italy


Crowds during his inauguration






International Pastoral Trips

Nigeria
Ireland
Maynooth, Ireland
Ivory Coast
Japan
Mexico

1st Travel to Mexico
Nicaragua
Equatorial Guinea
Africa
Argentina
Argentina
Australia
Australia
Australia
Brazil
Brazil
Cameroon
Canada, 1984
Canada, 2002
Canada, 2002
Colombia
Colombia
Congo
Cuba
Czechoslovakia
Leon, Nicaragua
El Salvador
Wembley Stadium, U.K
Bellahouston Park Glasgow Scotland-1982
Crystal Palace, England
Liverpool, England
England, United Kingdom


Argentina
Argentina

 Papua New Guinea


Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina
South Korea
India


India


France, 1980
France, 1983
France, 1983
France, 1986
France, 1988
France 1996
France 1996


World Youth Day 1997, France

Germany 1982
Germany 1996
Spain
Spain
Portugal 1982
Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela
Spain
Spain
Santiago de Compostela, World Youth Day, 1989

Santiago de Compostela, World Youth Day, 1989
Santiago de Compostela, World Youth Day, 1989
Astana, Kazakstan
Bolivia
Korea
Lebanon
Bulgaria
Kenya
Roznava, Slovakia
Guatemala
Peru
Solomon Islands

Switzerland
Switzerland
Switzerland
Togo
Turkey
Uganda
Uganda

Zaire, 1980
Zaire, 1985
Zambia, 1989
Manila, Philippines 1981

Philippines, 1981
Manila, Philippines, 1981
Baguio, Philippines, 1981
Cebu, Philippines, 1981
Philippines, 1981

World Youth Day 1995, Philippines

Philippines, 1995
World Youth Day 1995, Philippines
Estimated more than 5 million attended in the mass officiated by Pope John Paul 2
World Youth Day, 1995



USA, 1979


New York, 1979
Baltimore, 1979
Washington , 1979

U.S.A., 1987
U.S.A., 1987
World Youth Day 1993 - Denver

World Youth Day 1993 - Denver
Poland - 1979



Poland 1979

Poland, 1983


Poland, 1987
World Youth Day 1991 - Poland
World Youth Day 1991 - Poland

I have not known anyone who was able to get or attract audiences in any country he visited, Catholic or Non-Catholic dominated or majority.

The only reason I could think of....His faith in God
We feel his Holiness because Jesus Christ is with Him.

Critics says it's "Idolatry"
And that Pope John Paul only wanted power and popularity

Pope John Paul II was never concern about his popularity nor about power
He never attempted to hide from the public his pains, 
sufferings and deteriorating physical condition

Because for some it was a sign of weakness
But with Pope John Paul II it was sharing the Cross of Christ
He continued to do his task as a priest, witness for Christ and evangelising. 
His Union with Christ through long constant prayers and meditations
Has made him more holy & mystic, gained more charms & magnetism
And so much love and respect

Pope John Paul II was so "Loved" (not idolized) by many and will continue to be so
Because during his lifetime he demonstrated his love for God & humanity
As Jesus Christ himself had taught us

I believe he is really a representative of Christ on earth 
Because his teachings & memories goes beyond his lifetime

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