Pope Francis' Coffin Sealed Ahead of Funeral in St. Peter's Basilica

Coffin Sealing Ceremony

• 📌 The coffin of Pope Francis was sealed in St. Peter's Basilica on Friday evening.
• 🎭 A changing of the guards at the open coffin marked the end of the viewing period.
• 🕊️ The pontiff was laid out in red robes, a bishop's miter, and with a rosary in his hands.

Funeral Preparations

• 🗓️ The sealing ceremony preceded the funeral, scheduled for Saturday.
• ✝️ The event signifies the final preparations for the pontiff's farewell.

Papal Transition

• 📜 The sealing of the coffin is a traditional step in the process following the death of a Pope.
• 🕊️ This marks a significant moment in the transition period for the Catholic Church.