Pope Francis has gotten called out repeatedly for injecting modern far-Left activism into his own leadership
But he may have really stepped in it now.
And Pope Francis appeared in one damning photo that will infuriate Benjamin Netanyahu.
Pope Francis appears at debut of Nativity scene being ripped as politicized
One of the most iconic images throughout Christianity is baby Jesus lying in the manger alongside Mary and Joseph.
During the Christmas season, or the Advent Calendar in the Catholic Church, churches and Christians proudly recreate the Nativity to celebrate the birth of their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
But controversial Pope Francis is getting ripped for political posturing before the Nativity during a recent appearance.
“The ‘Nativity of Bethlehem 2024’ displayed in the Paul VI Hall was designed by two artists from Bethlehem, Johny Andonia and Faten Nastas Mitwasi,” wrote the Vatican News.
“The main structure is 3 meters tall, consisting of a circular base with shelves displaying various nativity scenes, and, at the top, the famous Star of Bethlehem,” continued the article.
“The representation blends centuries-old traditions of local artisans with contemporary elements,” added the Catholic news organization. “The materials used include iron for the main structure, olive wood for the statues of the Holy Family and other depictions, as well as mother-of-pearl, stone, ceramic, glass, felt, and fabric.”
“During the preparation, collection, and construction of the artwork, the artists collaborated with several local Christian institutions,” they continued.
While virtually anyone professing to be a Christian would agree Jesus was the biggest revolutionary in history, the “Nativity of Bethlehem 2024” ultimately resulted in outrage in some quarters because of the political undertones said to be a part of the seasonal display.
Critics say the “Nativity of Bethlehem 2024” design, included baby Jesus being wrapped in a keffiyeh, the traditional scarf worn by Palestinians. And some insist this was the Pope’s way to identify support of defending Hamas in their war against Israel.
Pope Francis is of course no stranger to defending radical woke ideology, as he has drawn criticism altering the Church’s position on Catholic doctrine, such as his support for accepting homosexual marriages.
Francis, also, had famously cracked down on conservative bishops who stated President Joe Biden, and other pro-abortion politicians, should not be receiving communion during Catholic mass.
But now he’s drawing criticism for “Nativity of Bethlehem 2024” over the claim that it portrays Jesus – a Galilean and King of the Jews – as a Palestinian.
Check out Pope Francis’ face when he looks at the “Nativity of Bethlehem 2024” and sees baby Jesus is laying on a Palestinian keffiyeh
Jesus was a Jew, not Palestinian
This happened today during the nativity’s inauguration in the Paul VI Hall at St Peter’s Square in the Vatican pic.twitter.com/0TwvlM5eyD
— Ryan Saavedra (@RealSaavedra) December 7, 2024
Pope Francis looked a little surprised himself.
But he used this moment to again urge that Israel end their war against Gaza.
“Enough with wars!” declared Pope Francis. “Enough with violence!”
“According to some experts, what is happening in Gaza has the characteristics of a genocide,” claimed Pope Francis in his book written by Argentinian journalist Hernán Reyes Alcaide titled Hope Never Disappoints: Pilgrims Toward a Better World.
“We should investigate carefully to determine whether it fits into the technical definition formulated by jurists and international bodies,” wrote Alcaide, quoting Francis.
Christmas season is when Christians, and people across the world, come together in unity to celebrate joy throughout the world.
But many insist Pope Francis used the “Nativity of Bethlehem 2024” display to stand on his soapbox to engage in political lecturing.
