- Pope Leo XIV attracted the sentiments of Kenyans and Tanzanians after sharing a heartbreaking message in Swahili via X, praising the African continent for his testimony of faith
- This shocking message in Swahili sparked joy and pride among Kenyans and Tanzanians, many celebrating the papal respect for their language
- Others answered with humor, jobs of employment, and curiosity about the origin and interpretation of the message
Pope Leo XIV has attracted the feelings of Kenyans and Tanzanians after sharing a heavy message on X in Swahili.
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What did the pope today write in Swahili?
On Monday, May 26, the pope surprised many by sharing the message in Swahili. First, he published in English, saying that Africa is a good example for the whole world in matters of faith.
In English, the pope wrote:
“The continent of Africa gives great witness to the whole world. Thank you for living your faith in Jesus Christ.
Later, he published a Swahili translation that said:
“The African continent gives great testimony to the whole world. Thank you for living your faith in Jesus Christ. How important it is that every Battle should feel called by God to be a symbol of hope in today’s world.”
The message attracted his followers, some seeking help to know the language used.
But for Tanzanians and Kenyans, their response was based on hearts of gratitude and humor:
Some answers from x are as follows:
@Kengardner11:
“Hey @grok, what language is this?”
@Motes:
“Holy Father, say Wantam!”
@back_sojo:
“This is very great for us Kenyans. Our language is growing.”
@Modernboethius:
“So true, Holy Father.”
@the_mday:
“Great, can I find a job for a job for Swiss guard?”
@chaolafemefal:
“We got a english-posting pope. Blessed.”
@Halonaassey:
“@Grok Is this the official Pope’s page?”
@Cargo_1911:
“The language of this Kenyan. Pope almost Kenya.”
@MadeInMoma:
“Thank the Holy Father for encouraging us. We will continue to be witnesses of hope in Christ. ”
@TeensWe2024:
“Pope has been to Tanzania Several times, and we taught him this. ”
Did the Pope today meet William Ruto?
In Kenya, the Pope’s election today raised great excitement, especially due to online claims that the president William Ruto He met him during his visit to the Vatican – a claim that TUKO.co.ke denied.
Ruto arrived in Rome on April 26 after an official visit to China, and was welcomed by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula.
During the funeral of Pope Francis, Ruto appeared among the international leaders.
After the Pope today was elected on May 8, a photo of Ruto with Vatican Secretary -General, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, spread online.
Source: Facebook
In the photo, Ruto wore a black suit, a white shirt and an eagle with drawings, while Parolin wearing a traditional cardinal dress – a red dress (Cassock), white Rochet, with Mozzetta and red zucchetto, a popular papal hat.
The two seemed to smile and hold hands happily.
Cardinal Parolin, 70, was among those listed by international media as they could be elected pope.
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