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Pope calls for tolerance in Easter message
WebPosted Sun Apr 23 23:26:19 2000

VATICAN CITY - In his traditional Easter message in St. Peter's Square, Pope John Paul called on nations to end racism and xenophobia.


Thousands gather for Easter celebration
The high mass was held at the Vatican where the Pope addressed tens of thousands of Catholics Sunday morning.

He urged nations to respect human rights, saying such rights are rooted in the very nature of the human person. He blamed the egotism of a few for the misery of many, and urged people to seek renewal by ending armed conflict.

The Pope looked tired as he delivered Easter greetings in 61 languages. The Roman Catholic leader, who turns 80 later this month, is believed to be suffering from progressive paralysis, making him a prisoner in his own body.

Although the Vatican has not confirmed it, the Pope is believed to be suffering from Parkinson's disease.

Popes usually serve for life. The last one to resign of his own initiative was Celestine V in 1294.


Nick Spicer reports for CBC TV and Radio.

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