Pope Leo XIV.: The modest clock of the first US Pontifex is enthusiastic!

Pope Leo XIV.: The modest clock of the first US Pontifex is enthusiastic!

Vatikanstadt, Vatikan - On May 15, 2025, Pope Leo XIV, the first American at the head of the Catholic Church, became known for his demonstrative modesty in public appearances. His striking but comparatively cheap wristwatch model already caused excitement. According to reports, it is a classic diving watch from the Swiss brand Wenger, which has a black PVD housing and a red bezel. The price of the model is around 200 euros, but it is now out of print.

watchkener are skeptical about the assignment to the Wenger clock, since details such as the frame shape and the coloring of the crown do not match. Models from Timex, Casio or Victorinox were named as possible alternatives. Official confirmations on the clock brand have not yet been available, but according to "Business Insider" it could be a Wenger "Seaforce". Historically, the watch election of Popes was often a topic of public discussion. So John Paul II wore a Rolex worth over 10,000 euros, while Benedict XVI. A Erhard Junghans watch chose for around 1,800 euros. In contrast, Pope Francis preferred a cheap plastic wristwatch from the Casio brand.

a sign of modesty

The choice of a functional diving watch by Leo XIV is interpreted as a symbolic act of modesty and pragmatism. This decision is in line with the values ​​that Pope Francis has shaped in his pontificate. Francis was elected as Jorge Mario Bergoglio in March 2013. He is also the first Jesuit Pope and has started his office with gestures of humility and structural reforms.

He took Franz von Assisi's inspiration for his papal name, which focused on poverty and modesty. In contrast to his predecessors, Francis chose the modest place of residence in the Santa Marta guest house instead of the Apostolic Palace. One of his central initiatives was the reform of the Roman Curia, which focused on financial transparency and improving efficiency in the Vatican.

gestures of charity

Franziskus also addressed important social issues, such as the role of women in the church, the pastoral care of LGTBIQ+person, the sexual abuse by clerics and the global migration crisis. It was estimated for his sensitive and dialog -oriented approach both in the church and in society. Particularly noteworthy is his encyclical Laudato Si ’, which denounced climate change and applied a holistic ecology.

its numerous pastoral tours on all continents and the historical visits in countries with predominantly Muslim population testify to his commitment to peace, inter -religious understanding and human dignity. Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88, but leaves an important legacy that continues to propagate symptoms of modesty and humanity in the Catholic Church.

While the choice of Pope Leo XIV influences the course of the church, it remains exciting to observe how its pontificate will develop and whether it remains in the sign of modesty.

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