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Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will be remembered as a renowned theologian: Biden

Joining Catholics around the world in mourning the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, US President Joe Biden said, "He will be remembered as a renowned theologian with a lifetime of devotion to the Church guided by his principles and faith. I had the privilege of spending time with Pope Benedict at the Vatican in 2011 and will always remember his generosity and welcome as well as our meaningful conversation."