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2025
The coat of arms and motto of Pope Leo XIV: symbols of a pontificate
A visual and spiritual languageEvery pope, from the beginning of his pontificate, chooses a coat of arms and a motto that convey his vision of the Church and his spiritual mission. Much more than mere ornaments, these elements constitute a symbolic profession of faith, a silent but powerful message intended to guide the faithful throughout their pontificate. For Leo XIV, this language takes on a particular resonance: a man of prayer, but also a man of strong words and simple gestures, he wanted everything in his coat of arms to express his fidelity to the Gospel, his passion for unity and his concern for the peripheries.His coat of arms and motto were not designed to flatter or impress, but to enlighten. They tell the story of a journey: that of a pastor rooted in tradition, but looking to the future.
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