Pope Leo XIV recently praised the achievements of modern astronomers, highlighting the awe-inspiring work of the James Webb Space Telescope. Speaking to students at the Vatican Observatory’s Summer School, the Holy Father said the telescope’s images “fill us with wonder and indeed a mysterious joy.” The remarks reflect Pope Leo’s appreciation for science—rooted in his own academic background in mathematics from Villanova University. Chris Graney, Adjunct Scholar at the Vatican Observatory, shares the significance of the telescope and the importance of the pictures it captures. He discusses what we know about Pope Leo’s background in math and science and the unique role of the Vatican Observatory in shaping the next generation of Catholic scientists.
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