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Pope John Paul II, born Karol Józef Wojtyła on May 18, 1920, in Wadowice, Poland, was the first non-Italian pope in over 400 years and one of the longest-serving popes in modern history. Here's a summary of his life:
'''Pope John Paul II''', born '''Karol Józef Wojtyła''' on May 18, 1920, in Wadowice, Poland, was the first non-Italian pope in over 400 years and one of the longest-serving popes in modern history.  


Early Life:
== Early life ==
Youth: Karol was the youngest of three children. His mother died when he was nine, and his father, a former army officer, raised him. He was athletic, enjoyed soccer, and was an excellent student. Tragedy struck again when his older brother died, and later, his father.
Education: He studied at Jagiellonian University in Kraków, where he was interested in theater and poetry. His studies were interrupted by World War II.


World War II:
=== Youth ===
Karol was the youngest of three children. His mother died when he was nine, and his father, a former army officer, raised him. He was athletic, enjoyed soccer, and was an excellent student. Tragedy struck again when his older brother died, and later, his father.
 
=== Education ===
He studied at Jagiellonian University in Kraków, where he was interested in theater and poetry. His studies were interrupted by World War II.
 
== World War II ==
During the Nazi occupation of Poland, Wojtyła worked in a quarry and a chemical factory to avoid deportation to Germany. He also helped protect many Jews from the Nazis. This period reinforced his resolve to enter the priesthood.
During the Nazi occupation of Poland, Wojtyła worked in a quarry and a chemical factory to avoid deportation to Germany. He also helped protect many Jews from the Nazis. This period reinforced his resolve to enter the priesthood.


Priesthood:
== Priesthood ==
Ordination: He was ordained as a priest in 1946.  
 
=== Ordination ===
He was ordained as a priest in 1946.  
Academic Career: He earned two doctorates (in theology and philosophy) and became a professor of ethics.
Academic Career: He earned two doctorates (in theology and philosophy) and became a professor of ethics.


Bishop and Cardinal:
=== Bishop and Cardinal ===
Bishop: In 1958, he was appointed as the auxiliary bishop of Kraków. At 38, he was the youngest bishop in Poland.
 
==== Bishop ====
In 1958, he was appointed as the auxiliary bishop of Kraków. At 38, he was the youngest bishop in Poland.
Archbishop: Became the Archbishop of Kraków in 1964.
Archbishop: Became the Archbishop of Kraków in 1964.
Cardinal: Pope Paul VI made him a cardinal in 1967.


Papacy:
==== Cardinal ====
Election: Elected pope on October 16, 1978, taking the name John Paul II. His papacy began with a message of "Do not be afraid," encouraging openness to Christ.
Pope Paul VI made him a cardinal in 1967.
Travels: Known as the "Pilgrim Pope," he visited 129 countries, emphasizing dialogue with other religions and advocating for human rights, peace, and against totalitarianism.
 
Youth Engagement: He initiated the World Youth Day, which attracted millions of young people.
== Papacy ==
 
=== Election ===
Elected pope on October 16, 1978, taking the name John Paul II. His papacy began with a message of "Do not be afraid," encouraging openness to Christ.
 
=== Travels ===
Known as the "Pilgrim Pope," he visited 129 countries, emphasizing dialogue with other religions and advocating for human rights, peace, and against totalitarianism.
 
=== Youth engagement ===
He initiated the World Youth Day, which attracted millions of young people.
Political Impact: Played a significant role in the fall of communism in Eastern Europe, particularly in his native Poland, through his support for the Solidarity movement.
Political Impact: Played a significant role in the fall of communism in Eastern Europe, particularly in his native Poland, through his support for the Solidarity movement.
Theology and Teachings: He was known for his conservative stance on many issues like contraception, women's ordination, and homosexuality. However, he also made significant contributions to interfaith dialogue, especially with Judaism and Islam.
Assassination Attempt: On May 13, 1981, he was shot and critically wounded by Mehmet Ali Ağca in St. Peter's Square. He later forgave Ağca and even visited him in prison.
Health Issues: Suffered from several health problems in later years, including Parkinson's disease, which became evident in his public appearances.


Death and Canonization:
=== Assassination attempt ===
On May 13, 1981, he was shot and critically wounded by Mehmet Ali Ağca in St. Peter's Square. He later forgave Ağca and even visited him in prison.
 
== Health issues ==
Suffered from several health problems in later years, including Parkinson's disease, which became evident in his public appearances.
 
== Death ==
John Paul II died on April 2, 2005. His funeral was one of the largest gatherings of heads of state in history.
John Paul II died on April 2, 2005. His funeral was one of the largest gatherings of heads of state in history.
He was beatified on May 1, 2011, by Pope Benedict XVI, and canonized as a saint by Pope Francis on April 27, 2014.


Pope John Paul II left a legacy as a charismatic leader who used his influence to promote spiritual renewal, human dignity, and global peace, while also being a figure of significant controversy for his traditional views on many church doctrines.
== Canonization ==
 
* He was beatified on May 1, 2011, by Pope Benedict XVI
* He was canonized as a saint by Pope Francis on April 27, 2014.
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