10 Interesting Facts About Pope Francis

1. First non-European Pope in over 1,200 years: Pope Francis is the first pope from the Americas and the first outside of Europe since Pope Gregory III in the 8th century.
2. Jesuit Order: He is the first Jesuit pope, a member of the Society of Jesus.
3. Simple Lifestyle: Known for his humility, he lives in a small apartment instead of the papal palace, takes public transportation, and cooks his own meals.

   4.Background in Chemistry: Before entering the priesthood, he studied chemistry and obtained a master’s degree in the field.

5.One Lung: A portion of his lung was removed when he was a young man, but he is in good health.

6.Loves Tango: He enjoys dancing the tango.

7.No TV Since 1990: He hasn’t watched television since 1990 and relies on others for sports updates, according to MSNBC News.

8.Taught Various Subjects: He once taught literature, philosophy, psychology, and theology.

9. Multilingual: He speaks multiple languages, including Spanish, Italian, German, and French.

10. Chose the Name Francis: He chose the name Francis in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi, known for his love of nature and service to the poor.