Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger

Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger was a prominent German theologian and Catholic Church leader who served as Pope Benedict XVI from 2005 to 2013. Renowned for his scholarly work, he emphasized doctrines of faith, moral teachings, and church tradition. Before becoming Pope, he was a respected professor and then head of the Vatican's Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, where he defended orthodox Catholic beliefs. Known for his intellectual approach, Ratzinger sought to balance faith with modern cultural challenges, encouraging renewal within the Church while maintaining its core teachings.