Thailand to honour Pope Francis with 3 days of mourning
In a heartfelt gesture of respect and mourning, the Thai government ordered all government agencies and state enterprises to fly their flags at half-mast for three days in tribute to Pope Francis.
The mourning period began today, April 23, and runs through to Friday, April 25, following the death of the beloved pontiff at the age of 88.
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra issued the directive after the Vatican confirmed that Pope Francis had passed away on Monday, April 21.
The Pope, who had been grappling with health issues for several years, died peacefully at his residence in Vatican City at 7.35am.
According to a statement from the Vatican, Pope Francis succumbed to a cerebral stroke, followed by a coma and irreversible heart failure.
In the wake of this loss, the 38 year old Thai PM expressed her deep condolences on behalf of the Thai people. In a public post.
“On behalf of the people of Thailand, I extend my profound sorrow and deepest condolences on the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. His unwavering compassion, moral courage, noble humility, and tireless pursuit of peace inspired millions of people across faiths and nations. Thailand joins the world in mourning the loss of a true beacon of humanity. May His Holiness rest in eternal peace.”
The Pope’s death has sent shockwaves around the world, with leaders from all corners of the globe offering tributes to the man who was known for his compassion, dedication to peace, and efforts to bridge divides between different religions and cultures.
Pope Francis, the first Jesuit Pope, was admired not only by Catholics but by people of all faiths for his humility and commitment to social justice, reported The Nation.
The Thai government’s decision to honour Pope Francis with a period of national mourning underscores the Pope’s global influence, which transcended religious boundaries. During the three-day mourning period, the lowered flags will serve as a solemn reminder of the Pope’s enduring legacy.
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