Photos: Pope Francis lies still in open coffin ahead of his funeral - Red robe, mitre on head and rosary in hand

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By Shweta Kukreti

Updated On Apr 22, 2025 06:20 pm IST

Pope Francis stated in his last will and testament that he would be laid to rest at the basilica of St. Mary Major, which is outside the Vatican.

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A pope's death initiates a sequence of meticulously planned ceremonies and rites even before the conclave to select his successor starts. They include the funeral and burial once the death certificate is certified and his body is publicly displayed for the faithful to pay their condolences.(AP)

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On Tuesday, the Vatican released a picture and a video of Pope Francis in his open casket, wearing a red robe, holding a rosary, and wearing the papal mitre on his head. (AFP)

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The photos were taken in the chapel of the Casa Santa Marta, Francis's residence at the Vatican where he died Monday, age 88.(AFP)

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Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin, left, prays in front of the body of Pope Francis laid out in state inside his private chapel at the Vatican, Monday, April 21, 2025. (Vatican Media via AP, HO)

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A Catholic nun of the Missionaries of Charity, the order founded by Saint Teresa, prays as a portrait of Pope Francis, placed over the saint’s tomb following his death, in Kolkata, India, Tuesday, April 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Bikas Das)

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Devotees carry a cutout of the late Pope Francis during a procession ahead of a prayer in Dili, East Timor, Tuesday, April 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Lorenio L.Pereira)

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People attend a ceremony inside Notre Dame cathedral where a poster shows Pope Francis following the Vatican’s announcement of his death, Monday, April 21, 2025 in Paris. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

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In a private ceremony, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo, or "chamberlain," who effectively serves as head of the Vatican between the end of one papacy and the beginning of the next, read the official declaration of death aloud after the pontiff's body was placed in the coffin late Monday night.

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Shweta Kukreti

Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities. Read Less ...Read More

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Photos: Pope Francis lies still in open coffin ahead of his funeral - Red robe, mitre on head and rosary in hand

Pope Francis stated in his last will and testament that he would be laid to rest at the basilica of St. Mary Major, which is outside the Vatican.

A pope's death initiates a sequence of meticulously planned ceremonies and rites even before the conclave to select his successor starts. They include the funeral and burial once the death certificate is certified and his body is publicly displayed for the faithful to pay their condolences.(AP)

On Tuesday, the Vatican released a picture and a video of Pope Francis in his open casket, wearing a red robe, holding a rosary, and wearing the papal mitre on his head. (AFP)

The photos were taken in the chapel of the Casa Santa Marta, Francis's residence at the Vatican where he died Monday, age 88.(AFP)

Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin, left, prays in front of the body of Pope Francis laid out in state inside his private chapel at the Vatican, Monday, April 21, 2025. (Vatican Media via AP, HO)

A Catholic nun of the Missionaries of Charity, the order founded by Saint Teresa, prays as a portrait of Pope Francis, placed over the saint’s tomb following his death, in Kolkata, India, Tuesday, April 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Bikas Das)

Devotees carry a cutout of the late Pope Francis during a procession ahead of a prayer in Dili, East Timor, Tuesday, April 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Lorenio L.Pereira)

People attend a ceremony inside Notre Dame cathedral where a poster shows Pope Francis following the Vatican’s announcement of his death, Monday, April 21, 2025 in Paris. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

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