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During his reign, Pope John Paul II, known as "The Pilgrim Pope," made 146 pastoral visits within Italy and 104 international trips, covering over 1,167,000 km (725,000 mi), more than all previous popes combined. He attracted massive crowds, with some of the largest gatherings in history. While some destinations, such as the United States and Israel, had been visited by his predecessor Paul VI, many were unprecedented papal visits. John Paul II visited 129 countries, including nine visits to Poland, eight to France, seven to the United States, and five each to Mexico and Spain. His travels spanned six continents, reaching countries such as Albania, Brazil, India, Israel, and the Philippines.
Pope John Paul II's visit to the Czech Republic from April 25 to April 27, 1997, was a landmark event that symbolized the renewal of faith in a country that had endured decades of communist oppression. The trip included stops in Prague and other cities, where he celebrated Mass and engaged with various segments of society, including youth and religious leaders. His visit to Prague's St. Vitus Cathedral was particularly significant, as he addressed the challenges faced by the Church in a post-communist society and encouraged the faithful to embrace their spiritual heritage. He also highlighted the importance of dialogue and cooperation among different faiths in promoting peace and understanding. Throughout his visit, the Pope's messages of hope, reconciliation, and the need for moral values resonated deeply with the Czech people, inspiring a renewed commitment to their Catholic faith and community life in the wake of their historical struggles.
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Depicts the coat of arms of Malawi dividing the date, country name above and denomination below. REPUBLIC OF MALAWI |
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Depicts a portrait of Pope John Paul II facing right with the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Hradec Králové region in the background, Vatican emblem below them behind a banner containing the date of visit (days and year) and the number of visits within a circle from 104 Papal visits surrounded by country name above with crosses above and inscription of occasion and His Holiness name below. + CZECH REPUBLIC + |
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Papal Visits
John Paul II in Czech Republic
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Papal Visits
John Paul II in Czech Republic
Characteristics
Type | Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating) |
Material | Silver Plated Cupronickel |
Weight | 27.1 g |
Diameter | 38.7 mm |
Thickness | - |
Shape | round |
Alignment | Medal |