Vatican City, May 16, 2006 / 22:00 pm
This morning, Pope Benedict XVI held his general Audience, in which he recalled Peter’s spiritual journey, describing him as a man "animated by a sincere religiosity, who learned what following Jesus really means."
Before more than 60,000 faithful gathered on Saint Peters square, Pope Benedict gave a catechesis on the life of the Saint Peter, and the personality of the individual Apostles.
“Peter was animated by a sincere religiosity that moved him to go with his brother to Judea, following the preaching of John the Baptist.”He was a faithful Jew, who believed in God's active presence in the history of His people, “ the pope continued.
The Pontiff wished to give a thorough depiction of the person of Saint Peter and his spiritual itinerary toward Christ, “a strong and impulsive character, Peter allowed himself to be involved in this great adventure,” the Pontiff added.