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What’s in a name? Pope Leo XIV explains his choice
Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost, chose his papal name in honor of Pope Leo XIII, particularly his encyclical "Rerum Novarum" which addressed labor conditions during the Industrial Revolution.
He stated that the Church must address emerging threats to workers in the current era, including challenges posed by artificial intelligence.
Pope Leo XIV indicated his commitment to continuing Pope Francis's legacy of social justice.
He described himself as a humble servant of God and his fellow human beings.
As the first US-born leader of the Catholic Church, he is inspired by Leo XIII's advocacy for workers' rights.
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