Why this Caravaggio painting was Pope Francis s favorite

Get the Full StoryAn art historian explains why Pope Francis had such admiration for Caravaggio s The Calling of Saint Matthew.

Pope Francis left a lasting legacy, not least his appreciation for art. In his 2025 biography, Hope, Francis spoke of his admiration for the Baroque painter Caravaggio. He recalled that during his travels to Rome as a cardinal, he prayed in front of the painting by Caravaggio The Calling of Saint Matthew.

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