Thousands gathered in St. Peter’s Square for the funeral on Thursday.
Francis opened the funeral proceedings with a prayer and ended it by blessing Benedict's casket, AP reports. Thousands of faithful, including clergy and heads of state, attended the service to commemorate Benedict.
Pope Francis presides over the funeral mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI at St. Peter's square on Jan. 5. Photo: Franco Origlia/Getty Images
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