Decoded: The Vatican's Power Play Behind Pope Benedict XVI's Exit | Parable

When Pope Benedict XVI resigned in 2013, it sent shockwaves around the world. In this unflinching two-part mini-series, we find out why Benedict XVI exited the Vatican and discover the extraordinary conclave and election of Pope Francis. Including rare footage from inside Vatican City during the Conclave preparations, it features interviews with Cardinals who experienced these turbulent years first-hand.

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[Kuttasx]

Thanks to everyone in the comments for calling out the bullshit! Y’all saved me from wasting my time watching this. I was 30 seconds in when I started reading the comments and that’s how far i went, I didn’t watch past that. Thanks to y’all for saving me 40+ minutes.

[bammbamm]

Whoever wrote the title of this video is dishonest at best. This has nothing to do with any "real" reason that Benedict resigned (as if we were all under a previous misconception). It is merely the story of the transition from Benedict to Francis in a straightforward, superficial narrative. Maybe part II, (which I can't find at the moment) is different.

[ThePatriot]

This production is clearly about transfer of power for the Papacy. It’s not remotely connected to the reason Pope Benedict XVI stepped down.

[petermwansa]

This is a nice documentary on the transition of power from Pope Benedict XVI to Pope Francis, it has not talked about why he resigned in any way.

[naiman]

Just FYI - this video seemed to be less about the real reasons for Pope Benedict's resignation and much more about the conclave of electing a new pope, and all the pomp and circumstance, as well as glorification of hallowed church tradition, that goes along with it. I would have preferred more depth and focus on the reasons for Benedict's resignation; we all know that Benedict resigned amidst a flurry of many different scandals, but tell me more, besides just naming or identifying the scandals, please...

[thomasdokotala]

The only thing that I have learned from this video is that 600 years ago, there were still people with integrity who could resign if, and when, something was against their conscience.

[lisafosse]

I once watched a documentary about the garments that the popes and cardinals wear. The price range went upwards of $30, 000. Could you see Peter and the Apostles walking around in these garments. Peter said he was poor. What a shame.

[samsungtaba]

Mattew 23 : 9
Call no one on earth your father; you have but one Father in heaven.

[kokolanza]

This documentary is NOT about why Pope Benedict XVI Really Left the Vatican. It is concerned with the process of transition, and particularly the inclinations of Pope Francis.

[luzclapham]

I think you mislead the readers or the followers, you haven’t told us the real reasons why the Pope resigned this not fair

[monayu]

He quit because of the corruption and the ego problem. The sex scandals that had been covered up for generations.

[joshuastavos]

“Don’t cry for Bergoglio Argentina! The truth is, he is Italian….” 🎶 🎶 🎶

[risin]

15 minutes into it I am still getting a history lesson. I think you should rename this video.

[mdleweight]

Benedict announced to his closest confidants he would resign, rather than die in office, many years before 2013. I was told about it in early 2011 and was allowed to photograph the ex-convent/monastery where he would be living. None of this was really a surprise.

[tammyhohnholt]

People think they can hide the truth God has seen it all!

[rosemundyee]

What a shame that’s going on in the Vatican! I am a R C., will always be, i am not putting no man on a pedestal. But keep my eyes on Jesus. Amen.

[frederickngwenya]

Thanks for the comments below. They have really saved me time from the misleading tittle . I didn't bother continuing watching
Lots of love from South Africa 🇿🇦 ❤

[acreymundo]

I think when Carolina Barros said, “Mesopotamia” she meant Meso-America and when she said those indigenous tribes lived a “synthetic” Catholicism she probably meant, syncretic.
I’m also terribly disappointed in that the title is very misleading. This documentary had nothing to say about the reasons for Benedict’s resignation.

[jonathanmichiels]

I knew less about the reason for Benedict XVI's resignation than I did before watching this video; that said, it was well produced and showed some of the mystique of the Church which has made the papacy relevant for over two thousand years. Paddy Power seems to be the work of the Devil. I can't believe they allowed that blasphemous charade in St. Peter's Square.

[thinkinoutloud.]

I always had fondness and respect for Cardinal Ratzinger, as well when he became Pope Benedict XVI. He was forced out of his position by the corrupt in the Vatican. He is now in a better place, comforted by those who truly love him.