Benedict XVI Keeps Imparting "Apostolic Blessing"
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The “Apostolic Benediction” is only given by the Pope.
Already in 2018, Benedict used the same term in German (“mit meinem apostolischen Segen”) concluding a letter to Cardinal Brandmüller.
Back then, it was claimed that Benedict used the term somewhat loosely although, reportedly, his mind is still sharp.
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