Posted: Fri Apr 22, 2005 3:32 pm
Martrae wrote:Benedict turned 78 on Saturday, the oldest pope elected since Clement XII in 1730. His age clearly was a factor among cardinals who favored a "transitional" pope who could skillfully lead the church as it absorbs John Paul II's legacy, rather than a younger cardinal who could wind up with another long pontificate.
From that link.
that made me laugh for a good 45 seconds...