Pope Francis said that it would be a good idea for people in some parts of the world to 'consume less meat' so that they fight climate change. The Pope criticised the ongoing war in Ukraine saying that it is an instance of a case 'legitimate to rebel' against.
During his speech at the European Youth Conference in Prague, the Pope said:
"Don't let yourselves be seduced by the sirens that propose a life of luxury reserved for a small slice of the world."
He added that, instead, young people should have a 'broad outlook' that can take in all the rest of humanity, 'which is much bigger than our little European continent'.
He noted:
"We are to lead a life of 'dignity and sobriety', empty of luxury and waste, so that everyone can lead a dignified existence. There is an urgent need to reduce the consumption not only of fossil fuels but also of so many superfluous things. In certain areas of the world, too, it would be appropriate to consume less meat: This too can help save the environment."
The Pope also described the war in Ukraine as 'senseless' and suggested that if younger generations were governing the world, there would be much less global conflict.
He said:
"The numerous conflicts taking place in different parts of the world, shows that an educational pact that promotes fraternity is urgent."
[Based on reporting by: MercoPress.]
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