Pope Francis denounces domestic violence against woman as “nearly satanic” and says parents should never slap their children.
out about “femicides,” responded by acknowledging the problem of domestic violence, which regularly makes headlines in Italy.
“For me the problem is nearly satanic, because it’s about profiting off the weakness of those who can’t defend themselves, who can only try to stop the blows,” he said. “It’s humiliating, very humiliating.”. “I always say it: Never slap a child in his or her face. Why? Because your face is your dignity.”
Responding directly to the abused woman’s question, Francis told her that she hasn’t lost her dignity at all. “I can sense your dignity. If you had lost your dignity, you wouldn’t be here,” he said, urging her to be inspired by the image of the “Pieta,” the statue of Mary cradling the crucified Jesus.
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