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Benedict XVI Keeps Imparting "Apostolic Blessing"

Former Benedict XVI wrote his September 20 letter to Cardinal Sarah “with my Apostolic Blessing” (Original: imparto la benedizione apostolica”) The “Apostolic Benediction” is only given by the Pope. …More
Former Benedict XVI wrote his September 20 letter to Cardinal Sarah “with my Apostolic Blessing” (Original: imparto la benedizione apostolica”)
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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Couldn't it be said that Bergolio had empowered - that is, delegated - Bishop Ratzinger to give the apostolic blessing? It is my understanding that is canonically possible.....
No jumping down throats, please, I do think the BXVI resignation was w-a-a-y more than highly questionable as was the papal election of Bergolio according to Universi Dominici gregisMore
Couldn't it be said that Bergolio had empowered - that is, delegated - Bishop Ratzinger to give the apostolic blessing? It is my understanding that is canonically possible.....

No jumping down throats, please, I do think the BXVI resignation was w-a-a-y more than highly questionable as was the papal election of Bergolio according to Universi Dominici gregis