PRESERVING HUMAN VOICES AND FACES

 Comunicato del Dicastero 

per la Comunicazione: 

Tema per la LX Giornata Mondiale 

delle Comunicazioni Sociali 2026

 

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Testo in lingua italiana

Traduzione in lingua francese

Traduzione in lingua inglese

Traduzione in lingua spagnola

Traduzione in lingua portoghese

Questo il tema che il Santo Padre Leone XIV ha scelto per la 60.ma Giornata Mondiale delle Comunicazioni Sociali, che si celebrerà nel 2026:

Testo in lingua italiana

Custodire voci e volti umani

Negli ecosistemi comunicativi odierni, la tecnologia influenza le interazioni in modo mai conosciuto prima – dagli algoritmi che selezionano i contenuti nei feed di notizie fino all’intelligenza artificiale che redige interi testi e conversazioni. Il genere umano ha oggi possibilità impensabili solo pochi anni fa. Ma sebbene questi strumenti offrano efficienza e ampia portata, non possono sostituire le capacità unicamente umane di empatia, etica e responsabilità morale. La comunicazione pubblica richiede giudizio umano, non solo schemi di dati. La sfida è garantire che sia l’umanità a restare l’agente guida. Il futuro della comunicazione deve assicurare che le macchine siano strumenti al servizio e al collegamento della vita umana, e non forze che erodono la voce umana.

Abbiamo grandi opportunità. Allo stesso tempo, i rischi sono reali. L’intelligenza artificiale può generare contenuti accattivanti ma fuorvianti, manipolatori e dannosi, replicare pregiudizi e stereotipi presenti nei dati di addestramento, e amplificare la disinformazione simulando voci e volti umani. Può anche invadere la privacy e l’intimità delle persone senza il loro consenso. Un’eccessiva dipendenza dall’IA indebolisce il pensiero critico e le capacità creative, mentre il controllo monopolistico di questi sistemi solleva preoccupazioni circa la centralizzazione del potere e le disuguaglianze.

È sempre più urgente introdurre nei sistemi educativi l’alfabetizzazione mediatica, alla quale si aggiunge anche l’alfabetizzazione nel campo di IA (MAIL ovvero Media and Artificial Intelligence Literacy). Come cattolici possiamo e dobbiamo dare il nostro contributo, affinché le persone – soprattutto i giovani – acquisiscano la capacità di pensiero critico e crescano nella libertà dello spirito.

[01213-IT.01] [Testo originale: Italiano]

Traduzione in lingua francese

Préserver les voix et les visages humains

Dans les écosystèmes de la communication d'aujourd'hui, la technologie influence comme jamais auparavant les interactions – des algorithmes qui sélectionnent les contenus dans les fils d'actualités jusqu’ à l'intelligence artificielle qui rédige des textes et des conversations entières. L'humanité dispose aujourd'hui de possibilités qui étaient inimaginables quelques années auparavant. Mais même si ces outils sont efficaces et ont une grande portée, ils ne peuvent pas remplacer les capacités uniquement humaines comme l'empathie, l'éthique et la responsabilité morale. La communication publique nécessite un jugement humain, pas seulement des schémas de données. Le défi est de garantir que l'humanité reste aux commandes. Dans l'avenir de la communication les machines doivent être des instruments au service du lien et de la vie humaine, et non des forces qui érodent la voix humaine.

Nous avons de grandes opportunités. Parallèlement, les risques sont réels. L'intelligence artificielle peut générer des contenus captivants mais trompeurs, manipulateurs et nuisibles, elle peut reproduire les préjugés et les stéréotypes présents dans les données d'entraînement, et elle peut amplifier la désinformation en simulant des voix et des visages humains. Elle peut aussi envahir la vie privée et l'intimité des personnes sans leur consentement. Une dépendance excessive à l'IA affaiblit la pensée critique et les capacités créatives, tandis que le contrôle monopolistique de ces systèmes soulève des préoccupations sur la centralisation du pouvoir et sur les inégalités.

Il est donc devenu urgent d'introduire l'alphabétisation médiatique dans les systèmes éducatifs, à laquelle s’ajoute aussi l'alphabétisation autour de l’IA (MAIL : Media and Artificial Intelligence Literacy). Comme catholiques, nous pouvons et devons contribuer afin que tous – en particulier les jeunes – acquièrent la capacité de penser de manière critique et grandissent dans la liberté de l'esprit.

[01213-FR.01] [Texte original: Italien]

Traduzione in lingua inglese

Preserving human voices and faces

In today’s communication ecosystems, technology influences interactions more than ever before - from algorithms curating news feeds to AI authoring entire texts and conversations.

Humanity today has possibilities that were unimaginable just a few years ago. But while these tools offer efficiency and reach, they cannot replace the uniquely human capacities for empathy, ethics and moral responsibility. Public communication requires human judgment, not just data patterns. The challenge is to ensure that humanity remains the guiding agent. The future of communication must be one where machines serve as tools that connect and facilitate human lives, rather than erode the human voice.

We have great opportunities. At the same time, the risks are real. AI can generate engaging but misleading, manipulative and harmful information, replicate biases and stereotypes from its training data, and amplify disinformation through simulation of human voices and faces. It can also invade people’s privacy and intimacy without their consent. Overreliance on AI weakens critical thinking and creative skills, while monopolized control of these systems raises concerns about centralization of power and inequality.

It has become thus urgent to introduce Media Literacy in the educational systems, or even Media and Artificial Intelligence Literacy (MAIL). As Catholics we can and should give our contribution, so that people – especially youth – acquire the capacity of critical thinking, and grow in the freedom of the spirit.

[01213-EN.01] [Original text: Italian]

Traduzione in lingua spagnola

Preservar las voces y rostros humanos

En los ecosistemas comunicativos actuales, la tecnología influye en las interacciones como nunca antes: desde los algoritmos que seleccionan los contenidos en los feeds de noticias hasta la inteligencia artificial que redacta textos y conversaciones completas. La humanidad hoy tiene posibilidades impensables hace solo unos años. Pero, aunque estas herramientas ofrecen eficiencia y alcance, no pueden reemplazar las capacidades exclusivamente humanas de empatía, ética y responsabilidad moral. La comunicación pública requiere juicio humano, no solo patrones de datos. El desafío es garantizar que sea la humanidad la que siga siendo el agente guía. El futuro de la comunicación debe ser uno donde las máquinas sean herramientas al servicio y a la conexión de la vida humana, y no fuerzas que erosionen la voz humana.

Tenemos grandes oportunidades. Al mismo tiempo, los riesgos son reales. La inteligencia artificial puede generar contenidos atractivos pero engañosos, manipulativos y dañinos, replicar prejuicios y estereotipos presentes en los datos de entrenamiento, y amplificar la desinformación mediante la simulación de voces y rostros humanos. También puede invadir la privacidad y la intimidad de las personas sin su consentimiento. Una dependencia excesiva de la IA debilita el pensamiento crítico y las habilidades creativas, mientras que el control monopolístico de estos sistemas genera preocupaciones sobre la centralización del poder y las desigualdades.

Es urgente introducir la alfabetización mediática en los sistemas educativos, e incluso la alfabetización en Medios e Inteligencia Artificial (MAIL). Como católicos, podemos y debemos dar nuestra contribución, para que las personas – especialmente los jóvenes – adquieran la capacidad de pensar críticamente y crezcan en la libertad del espíritu.

[01213-ES.01] [Texto original: Italiano]

 Traduzione in lingua portoghese

Preservar vozes e rostos humanos

Nos ecossistemas comunicativos de hoje, a tecnologia influencia as interações de maneira nunca antes conhecida – desde os algoritmos que selecionam conteúdo nos feeds de notícias até à inteligência artificial que redige inteiros textos e conversas. A humanidade hoje tem possibilidades impensáveis há apenas alguns anos. Contudo, embora essas ferramentas ofereçam eficiência e alcance, elas não podem substituir as capacidades unicamente humanas de empatia, ética e responsabilidade moral. A comunicação pública exige julgamento humano, não apenas esquemas de dados. O desafio é garantir que a humanidade continue sendo o agente orientador. O futuro da comunicação deve garantir que as máquinas sejam ferramentas a serviço e à conexão da vida humana, e não forças que corroem a voz humana.

Temos grandes oportunidades. Ao mesmo tempo, os riscos são reais. A inteligência artificial pode gerar conteúdos envolventes, mas enganosos, manipulativos e prejudiciais, replicar preconceitos e estereótipos presentes nos dados de treinamento, e amplificar a desinformação ao simular vozes e rostos humanos. Também pode invadir a privacidade e a intimidade das pessoas sem o seu consentimento. Uma dependência excessiva da IA enfraquece o pensamento crítico e as habilidades criativas, enquanto o controle monopolista desses sistemas levanta preocupações sobre a centralização do poder e as desigualdades.

Assim, torna-se cada vez mais urgente introduzir a alfabetização mediática nos sistemas educacionais, ou até mesmo a alfabetização no campo da IA (MAIL, ou seja, Media and Artificial Intelligence Literacy). Como católicos, podemos e devemos dar a nossa contribuição, para que as pessoas – especialmente os jovens – adquiram a capacidade de pensar criticamente e cresçam na liberdade do espírito.

[01213-PO.01] [Texto original: Italiano]

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ANTIQUA ET NOVA

 

Vatican document examines potential 

and risks of AI

In a Note on the relationship between artificial intelligence and human intelligence, the Dicasteries for the Doctrine of the Faith and for Culture and Education highlight the potential and the challenges of artificial intelligence in the areas of education, the economy, labour, health, human and international relations, and war.

 By Salvatore Cernuzio

 The Pope’s warnings about Artificial Intelligence in recent years provide the outline for “Antiqua et Nova,” the “Note on the relationship between artificial intelligence and human intelligence,” that offers the results of a mutual reflection between the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith and the Dicastery for Culture and Education. The new document is addressed especially to “those entrusted with transmitting the faith,” but also to “those who share the conviction that scientific and technological advances should be directed toward serving the human person and the common good” [5].

In 117 paragraphs, “Antiqua et Nova” highlights challenges and opportunities of the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the fields of education, economy, work, health, relationships, and warfare. In the latter sphere, for instance, the document warns of the AI’s potential to increase “the instruments of war well beyond the scope of human oversight and precipitating a destabilizing arms race, with catastrophic consequences for human rights” [99].

Dangers and progress

Specifically, the document lists not only the risks but also the progress associated with AI, which it encourages as “part of the collaboration of man and woman with God” [2]. However, it does not avoid the concerns that come with all innovations, whose effects are still unpredictable.

Distinguishing between AI and human intelligence

Several paragraphs of the Note are devoted to the distinction between AI and human intelligence. Quoting Pope Francis, the document affirms that “the very use of the word ‘intelligence’ in connection to AI ‘can prove misleading’… in light of this, AI should not be seen as an artificial form of human intelligence, but as a product of it” [35]. “Like any product of human ingenuity, AI can also be directed toward positive or negative ends” [40]. “AI ‘could introduce important innovations’” [48] but it also risks aggravating situations of discrimination, poverty, “digital divide,” and social inequalities [52]. “the concentration of the power over mainstream AI applications in the hands of a few powerful companies raises significant ethical concerns,” including “the risk that AI could be manipulated for personal or corporate gain or to direct public opinion for the benefit of a specific industry” [53].

War

With reference to war, “Antiqua et Nova” stresses that autonomous and lethal weapons systems capable of “identifying and striking targets without direct human intervention are a “cause for grave ethical concern” [100]. It notes that Pope Francis has called for their use to be banned since they pose “an ‘existential risk’ by having the potential to act in ways that could threaten the survival of entire regions or even of humanity itself” [101]. “This danger demands serious attention,” the document says, “reflecting the long-standing concern about technologies that grant war ‘an uncontrollable destructive power over great numbers of innocent civilians,’ without even sparing children” [101].

Human relations

On human relations, the document notes that AI can lead to “harmful isolation” [58], that “anthropomorphizing AI” poses problems for children's growth [60] and that misrepresenting AI as a person is “a grave ethical violation” if this is done “for fraudulent purposes.” Similarly, “using AI to deceive in other contexts—such as education or in human relationships, including the sphere of sexuality—is also to be considered immoral and requires careful oversight” [62].

Economy and labour

The same vigilance is called for in the economic-financial sphere. “Antiqua et Nova” notes that, especially in the field of labour, “while AI promises to boost productivity… current approaches to the technology can paradoxically deskill workers, subject them to automated surveillance, and relegate them to rigid and repetitive tasks” [67].

Health

The Note also dedicates ample space to the issue of healthcare. Recalling the “immense potential” in various applications in the medical field, it warns that if AI were to replace the doctor-patient relationship, it would risk “worsening the loneliness that often accompanies illness” [73]. It also warns that “the integration of AI into healthcare also poses the risk of amplifying other existing disparities in access to medical care,” with the risk of “reinforcing a ‘medicine for the rich’ model, where those with financial means benefit from advanced preventative tools and personalized health information while others struggle to access even basic services” [76].

Education

In the field of education, “Antiqua et Nova” notes that “AI presents both opportunities and challenges.” If used prudently, AI can improve access to education and offer “immediate feedback” to students [80]. One problem is that many programmes “merely provide answers instead of prompting students to arrive at answers themselves or write text for themselves”; which can lead to a failure to develop critical thinking skills [82]. The note also warns of the “biased or fabricated information” and “fake news” some programmes can generate [84].

Fake News and Deepfakes

On the subject of fake news, the document warns of the serious risk of AI “generating manipulated content and false information” [85], which becomes worse when it is spread with the aim of deceiving or causing harm [87]. “Antiqua et Nova” insists that “Those who produce and share AI-generated content should always exercise diligence in verifying the truth of what they disseminate and, in all cases, should ‘avoid the sharing of words and images that are degrading of human beings, that promote hatred and intolerance, that debase the goodness and intimacy of human sexuality or that exploit the weak and vulnerable’” [89].

Privacy and control

On privacy and control, the Note points out that some types of data can go so far as to touch “upon the individual’s interiority, perhaps even their conscience” [90], with the danger of everything becoming “a kind of spectacle to be examined and inspected” [92]. Digital surveillance “can also be misused to exert control over the lives of believers and how they express their faith” [90].

Common home

On the topic of the care of creation, “Antiqua et Nova” says, “AI has many promising applications for improving our relationship with our ‘common home’” [95]. “At the same time, current AI models and the hardware required to support them consume vast amounts of energy and water, significantly contributing to CO2 emissions and straining resources” [96]

The relationship with God

Finally, the Note warns against the risk of humanity becoming “enslaved to its own work” [105]. Artificial intelligence, “Antiqua et Nova” insists, “should be used only as a tool to complement human intelligence rather than replace its richness” [112].

 

DICASTERO PER LA DOTTRINA DELLA FEDE - DICASTERO PER LA CULTURA E L'EDUCAZIONE

 ANTIQUA ET NOVA

Nota sul rapporto tra intelligenza artificiale e intelligenza umana

Note on the Relationship Between
Artificial Intelligence and Human Intelligence

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PHILIPPINES - COMMON GOOD

  

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 Politics and the Pursuit of 

the Common Good

Our class discussion on September 20, 2025 explored the current issues related to politics and governance. We reflected on the principles that should guide leadership and policy. Conversely, we also discussed the realities that often complicate these principles. In this paper, I would like to integrate insights from our recent discussions, Giovanni Perrone’s reflections on education and leadership, and our shared observations on the current political landscape especially in the Philippines.

For me, leadership should not be measured by speeches or promises, but by tangible results that benefit the people. Recent political issues in the Philippines forced us to ask: do actions really align with our national values and goals? This kind of alignment could narrow the painful gap between promises and results.

When we turned to political systems, our discussion on decentralization offered valuable insights. The examples of BARMM and CAR in the Philippines show that even with devolved powers, governance is still a constant balancing act with the national government. Both regions highlight the lesson that a nation should hold on to a shared identity while still allowing its regions to govern in ways that reflect their unique needs. Aside from local connections, the presence of international observers in Philippine politics shows how connected it is to global relationships and shared democratic values.

Moreover, our conversation on the “eminent disaster” bill is important. Giving the president the power to declare such a state is necessary in times of crisis, but it also carries risks of abuse. If misused to suppress dissent, it could undermine democracy itself. This raised an ethical question that connects back to St. Thomas’ idea of prudence that is the virtue of thinking carefully before acting, and ensuring decisions are rooted in truth and justice. For politics to truly serve the people, it must be anchored in this virtue.

In the end, our discussions left me with three strong convictions. First, leadership is not about holding power but about using it wisely with prudence and a clear focus on the common good. Second, governance must be honest, evidence-based, and grounded in data. Lastly, true leaders rise above personal or cultural loyalties to serve the broader community. The pursuit of the national common good is a lifelong journey.

Giovanni Perrone’s reflections on education and leadership as keys to good governance deeply resonate with these reflections. His emphasis on leadership as a service rooted in values, foresight, and responsibility aligns with the ethical standards a leader should carry. As a PhD student in Development Studies, I am reminded that education is not just the transmission of knowledge but a transformative journey. Perrone’s call to rediscover joy and the virtue of hope challenges me to approach governance as a technical and moral endeavor. Whether crafting policy or building theory, our task is to serve the common good with compassion and a deep sense of purpose.

 Learning Paper No. 6 - Sto Tomas University Manila - Philippines

Politique et recherche du bien commun

Notre discussion en classe du 20 septembre 2025 a exploré les enjeux actuels liés à la politique et à la gouvernance. Nous avons réfléchi aux principes qui devraient guider le leadership et les politiques. Inversement, nous avons également abordé les réalités qui complexifient souvent ces principes. Dans cet article, je souhaite intégrer les enseignements tirés de nos discussions récentes, les réflexions de Giovanni Perrone sur l'éducation et le leadership, ainsi que nos observations partagées sur le paysage politique actuel, notamment aux Philippines.

Pour moi, le leadership ne doit pas se mesurer à des discours ou des promesses, mais à des résultats tangibles qui profitent à la population. Les récents enjeux politiques aux Philippines nous ont amenés à nous demander : les actions sont-elles réellement en phase avec nos valeurs et nos objectifs nationaux ? Un tel alignement pourrait réduire l'écart douloureux entre promesses et résultats.

En ce qui concerne les systèmes politiques, notre discussion sur la décentralisation a apporté des éclairages précieux. Les exemples de la BARMM et de la CAR aux Philippines montrent que, même avec des pouvoirs décentralisés, la gouvernance reste un exercice d'équilibre permanent avec le gouvernement national. Les deux régions illustrent la leçon selon laquelle une nation doit préserver une identité commune tout en permettant à ses régions de gouverner selon des modalités qui reflètent leurs besoins spécifiques. Au-delà des liens locaux, la présence d'observateurs internationaux dans la politique philippine témoigne de son ancrage dans les relations internationales et les valeurs démocratiques communes.

Par ailleurs, notre discussion sur le projet de loi sur les « catastrophes imminentes » est importante. Donner au président le pouvoir de proclamer un tel État est nécessaire en temps de crise, mais comporte également des risques d'abus. Utilisé à mauvais escient pour réprimer la dissidence, il pourrait saper la démocratie elle-même. Cela a soulevé une question éthique qui renvoie à la notion de prudence de Saint Thomas, à savoir la vertu de réfléchir attentivement avant d'agir et de s'assurer que les décisions sont fondées sur la vérité et la justice. Pour que la politique serve véritablement le peuple, elle doit être ancrée dans cette vertu.

En fin de compte, nos discussions m'ont permis de dégager trois convictions fortes. Premièrement, le leadership ne consiste pas à détenir le pouvoir, mais à l'utiliser à bon escient, avec prudence et en se concentrant clairement sur le bien commun. Deuxièmement, la gouvernance doit être honnête, fondée sur des preuves et des données. Enfin, les véritables leaders transcendent les loyautés personnelles ou culturelles pour servir la communauté au sens large. La quête du bien commun national est un cheminement de toute une vie.

Les réflexions de Giovanni Perrone sur l'éducation et le leadership, clés d'une bonne gouvernance, résonnent profondément avec ces réflexions. Son insistance sur le leadership comme un service ancré dans les valeurs, la prévoyance et la responsabilité s'inscrit dans le droit fil des normes éthiques que tout leader devrait porter. En tant que doctorant en études du développement, je me rappelle que l'éducation n'est pas seulement la transmission de connaissances, mais un cheminement transformateur. L'appel de Perrone à redécouvrir la joie et la vertu de l'espoir m'incite à aborder la gouvernance comme une démarche technique et morale. Qu'il s'agisse d'élaborer des politiques ou de construire des théories, notre tâche est de servir le bien commun avec compassion et un profond sens du devoir.

Document d'apprentissage n° 6

 

UN ARC EN CIEL - A RAINBOW

 COMUNITA’ – UN ARCOBALENO DI COLORI E DI DONI

COMMUNAUTÉ – UN ARC-EN-CIEL DE COULEURS ET DE CADEAUX

COMMUNITY – A RAINBOW OF COLORS AND GIFTS

COMUNIDAD – UN ARCOÍRIS DE COLORES Y REGALOS

Ogni persona porta in sé talenti, capacità e qualità che la rendono irripetibile. Quando riconosciamo e valorizziamo i doni degli altri, contribuiamo a far emergere il meglio di loro e, allo stesso tempo, arricchiamo noi stessi e la comunità che ci circonda. Non si tratta solo di ammirare capacità straordinarie, ma anche di rendersi conto e di essere grati per i gesti semplici, le virtù discrete e il modo unico in cui ogni persona contribuisce al bene di tutti. C'è chi illumina con le parole, chi costruisce con le mani, chi guarisce con le cure, chi ispira con il suo esempio silenzioso. E quando il dono di uno incontra il dono di un altro, nasce un'armonia che riflette l'amore di Dio, che ha saggiamente distribuito doni diversi a ciascuno dei suoi figli. Così, invece di paragonare o competere, impariamo ad ammirare, ringraziare e condividere. (Apolonio Carvalho Nascimento)

Each person possesses talents, abilities, and qualities that make them unique. When we recognize and value the gifts of others, we help bring out the best in them and, at the same time, enrich ourselves and the community around us. It's not just about admiring extraordinary abilities, but also about realizing and being grateful for the simple gestures, the discreet virtues, and the unique way each person contributes to the good of all. There are those who enlighten with words, those who build with their hands, those who heal with care, those who inspire with their silent example. And when the gift of one encounter the gift of another, a harmony is born that reflects the love of God, who has wisely distributed different gifts to each of his children. Thus, instead of comparing or competing, we learn to admire, give thanks, and share. (Apolonio Carvalho Nascimento)

Cada persona posee talentos, habilidades y cualidades que la hacen única. Cuando reconocemos y valoramos los dones de los demás, contribuimos a que saquen lo mejor de sí mismos y, al mismo tiempo, nos enriquecemos a nosotros mismos y a la comunidad que nos rodea. No se trata solo de admirar habilidades extraordinarias, sino también de reconocer y agradecer los gestos sencillos, las virtudes discretas y la forma única en que cada persona contribuye al bien común. Hay quienes iluminan con palabras, quienes construyen con sus manos, quienes sanan con cariño, quienes inspiran con su ejemplo silencioso. Y cuando el don de uno se encuentra con el don de otro, nace una armonía que refleja el amor de Dios, quien ha distribuido sabiamente dones diferentes a cada uno de sus hijos. Así, en lugar de comparar o competir, aprendemos a admirar, agradecer y compartir. (Apolonio Carvalho Nascimento)

Chaque personne possède des talents, des capacités et des qualités qui la rendent unique. Reconnaître et valoriser les dons d'autrui contribue à révéler le meilleur d'elle-même et, par là même, à enrichir notre personne et la communauté qui nous entoure. Il ne s'agit pas seulement d'admirer des talents extraordinaires, mais aussi de reconnaître et d'être reconnaissant pour les gestes simples, les vertus discrètes et la façon unique dont chacun contribue au bien commun. Il y a ceux qui éclairent par la parole, ceux qui construisent de leurs mains, ceux qui soignent avec soin, ceux qui inspirent par leur exemple silencieux. Et lorsque le don de l'un rencontre celui de l'autre, une harmonie naît, reflet de l'amour de Dieu, qui a sagement distribué des dons différents à chacun de ses enfants. Ainsi, au lieu de comparer ou de rivaliser, nous apprenons à admirer, à remercier et à partager. (Apolonio Carvalho Nascimento)

LOQUERISNE LATINE?

Latin is a comical and ignorant polarization.

It is the language of European civilization, untouched by any form of exclusivity."

This is what Matteo Maria Zuppi, president of the Italian Episcopal Conference, writes in the preface to Francesco Lepore's latest book (Castelvecchi Editions), titled "Beauty Ancient and Ever New. Latin in Today's World."

by F. Q.

From maxims and phrases bandied about by ministers in the Chamber to words used in everyday conversations: Latin, a subject of contention for its return to school curricula, still plays a crucial role in fully understanding the Italian language and European cultural identity. Francesco Lepore analyzes its use, diffusion, and relevance in his latest book, "Beauty Ancient and Ever New. Latin in Today's World" (Castelvecchi Editions). Because "we make much more of this language," writes the journalist and writer, "the undeniable mother of Italian" than we think. A language of over two thousand years of civilization, it has shaped our idea of ​​the individual, the community, and the law. But Latin is also a surprising key to understanding the present. The text, which features a preface by Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi, explains how the ancient language continues to speak to us and fascinate us. It is followed by fifty short articles—the commentatiunculae—taken from the daily column "O tempora, o mores," which the author edits in Latin for the online newspaper Linkiesta. Current events, from Trump to Sanremo, from Bolsonaro to the European Championships, are told with parallel text in a Latin that remains accessible and captures our world. Ilfattoquotidiano.it publishes Zuppi's preface and an excerpt from the volume.

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Preface by Matteo Maria Zuppi

Never before has Latin returned to the center of public debate like in 2025, following the announced reintroduction of the subject in middle schools. I belong to the generation that began studying it in middle school, before it was abolished in 1977, trained, moreover, by a mother who was a Latin teacher and had left her teaching post to devote herself to her children's classrooms! The former rector of the University of Bologna, Ivano Dionigi, warned against turning it into "an identity flag" or "an ideological issue." This is what Francesco Lepore explains in this book on Latin in today's world. In the first part of the work, the author, who owes his love for the language of ancient Rome to his father, a student of Francesco Arnaldi, clears up any misunderstanding. In the fearful, sometimes comical, and certainly ignorant, widespread polarization, Latin is no one's prerogative. It is a richness and a common good, the means to better understand Italian and other European languages, the language of two thousand years of European civilization. As a whole, and therefore not just classical Latin, Latin has played a fundamental role in building Europe's identity.

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 Gentilissimi protagonisti del mondo educativo, sono lieto di condividere con voi il programma generale del Giubileo del Mondo Educativo previsto dal 27 ottobre al 1 novembre 2025.

La presenza educativa della Chiesa cattolica è espressione di una fede generativa e appassionata all’umano.

Nel mondo è attiva con una molteplicità di soggetti: 219.000 scuole e 1.760 tra università e facoltà cattoliche. Nelle comunità educanti sono impegnate centinaia di milioni di persone: studenti, insegnanti, genitori e quanti accompagnano i giovani nel proprio progetto di vita. Ovunque nel mondo questa presenza luminosa orienta il futuro.

I protagonisti di queste Costellazioni Educative sono invitati a Roma per vivere il Giubileo a loro dedicato: per condividere la loro esperienza, rilanciare la propria missione e diffondere un appello affinché l’educazione sia creatrice di una nuova cultura di sviluppo, fraternità e pace. Il Santo Padre Leone XIV presiederà quattro appuntamenti durante il Giubileo del Mondo Educativo:

LUNEDÌ 27 OTTOBRE nella Basilica di San Pietro celebrerà l’inizio dell’anno accademico con le università e le istituzioni pontificie romane.

GIOVEDÌ 30 OTTOBRE nell’Aula Paolo VI in Vaticano incontrerà gli studenti.

VENERDÌ 31 OTTOBRE nell’Aula Paolo VI in Vaticano incontrerà gli educatori.

SABATO 1 NOVEMBRE nella Basilica di San Pietro celebrerà l’Eucaristia per tutto il mondo educativo. In questi incontri Papa Leone avrà modo di esplicitare il proprio Magistero educativo, costellazione preziosa per orientare il cammino negli anni a venire.

Nei giorni del Giubileo, attorno a San Pietro, sorgerà il Villaggio dell’Educazione, spazio diffuso in cui, con diversi linguaggi, alcune delle migliori esperienze potranno presentarsi ed arricchirsi a vicenda:

GIOVEDÌ 30 OTTOBRE presso l’Auditorium Conciliazione si svolgerà il Congresso mondiale «Costellazioni educative – Un patto con il futuro»: l’invito è per riflettere insieme sulle sfide dell’educazione, dal diritto universale ad una educazione di qualità alle nuove frontiere culturali e tecnologiche.

GIOVEDÌ 30 E VENERDÌ 31 OTTOBRE la vicina Chiesa di San Lorenzo in Piscibus ospiterà La Scuola del Cuore con momenti di preghiera, percorsi per una ricerca spirituale, nella pluralità delle spiritualità, delle culture e dell’arte.

VENERDÌ 31 OTTOBRE le Corsie Sistine di Santo Spirito in Sassia e la vicina Sala San Pio X ospiteranno due originali proposte: un viaggio immersivo artistico e culturale sul senso dell’educare e l’incontro con esperienze educative da tutto il mondo.

VENERDÌ 31 OTTOBRE, al termine dell’incontro  del Santo Padre con gli educatori vivremo insieme il rito caratteristico del Giubileo, il passaggio della Porta Santa. In attesa di incontrarci per condividere questa esperienza, vi invito ad iscrivervi fin da ora ai singoli appuntamenti. Gli aggiornamenti saranno di volta in volta resi disponibili sui siti internet del Giubileo (www.iubilaeum2025.va) e del Dicastero per la Cultura e l’Educazione (www.dce.va)

 

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Jubilee of the World of Education - 

EDUCATIONAL CONSTELLATIONS

Dear Sisters and Brothers, I am pleased to share with you the general programme of the Jubilee of the World of Education which is scheduled to take place from the 27th of October till the 1st of November, 2025.

The educational presence of the Catholic Church is an expression of a generative and passionate faith in humanity. It is active worldwide through a variety of institutions: 219.000 schools and 1.760 Catholic Universities and Higher Faculties.

Hundreds of millions of people are involved in these educational communities: students, teachers, parents, and all those who accompany young people on the journey of life. Everywhere in the world, this luminous presence helps to shape the future.

The protagonists of these Educational Constellations are invited to Rome to experience the Jubilee dedicated to them: to share their experiences, relaunch their mission, and to disseminate a call for education to be the creator of a new culture of development, fraternity and peace.

The Holy Father Leo XIV will preside over four events during the Jubilee of the World of Education: MONDAY, 27 OCTOBER , in St. Peter’s Basilica, celebration of the beginning of the academic year with the Roman Pontifical Universities and Institutions.

 THURSDAY, 30 OCTOBER, in the Paul VI Audience Hall at the Vatican, audience with students. FRIDAY, 31 OCTOBER, in the Paul VI Audience Hall at the Vatican, audience with educators. SATURDAY, 1 NOVEMBER, in St. Peter’s Basilica, celebration of the Eucharist for the entire World of Education. In these encounters, Pope Leo will have the opportunity to set out his educational vision, a precious constellation to orient our path forward in the years to come.

During the days of Jubilee, a Village of Education will be set up in the vicinity of Saint Peter’s – this will be a diffused space where, using different modes of expression, some of the best practises and achievements in education will be exhibited and put into dialogue with each other:

 THURSDAY, 30 OCTOBER, at the Conciliazione Auditorium , a World Congress “Educational Constellations – A Pact with the future” will take place: participants are invited to reflect together on the challenges of education, from the universal right to a quality education to the new cultural and technological frontiers.

 THURSDAY, 30 AND FRIDAY, 31 OCTOBER, the nearby Church of San Lorenzo in Piscibus, will host The School of the Heart with moments of prayer and paths of meditative exploration, featuring a variety of spiritual, cultural and artistic experiences.

 FRIDAY, 31 OCTOBER, the Corsie Sistine of Santo Spirito in Sassia and the nearby Saint Pius X Hall will host two creative initiatives: an immersive artistic and cultural experience probing the meaning of education and an exhibition of educational experiences from all over the world.

FRIDAY, 31 OCTOBER, at the end of the Audience with educators, we will experience together the most characteristic ritual of the Jubilee: the passage through the Holy Door.

I look forward to meeting you at this great celebration. In the meantime, I invite you to register now for the individual events.

Updates will be made available from time to time on the Jubilee website (www.iubilaeum2025.va) and on the website of the Dicastery for Culture and Education (www.dce.va)

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Jubileo del Mundo Educativo -  

CONSTELACIONES EDUCATIVAS

Estimados protagonistas del mundo educativo, me complazco en compartir con ustedes el programa general del Jubileo del Mundo Educativo previsto del 27 de octubre al 1 de noviembre de 2025.

La presencia educativa de la Iglesia católica es expresión de una fe generadora y centrada en el ser humano. Actúa en todo el mundo con una multiplicidad de sujetos: 219,000 escuelas y 1,760 universidades y facultades católicas.

Cientos de millones de personas participan en las comunidades educativas: alumnos, profesores, padres y quienes acompañan a los jóvenes en su proyecto de vida. En todas partes del mundo esta presencia luminosa guía el futuro.

Los protagonistas de estas Constelaciones Educativas están invitados a Roma para vivir el Jubileo dedicado a ellos: para compartir su experiencia, relanzar su misión y difundir un llamamiento para que la educación sea la creadora de una nueva cultura de desarrollo, fraternidad y paz.

 El Santo Padre León XIV presidirá cuatro encuentros durante el Jubileo del Mundo Educativo: LUNES 27 DE OCTUBRE en la Basílica de San Pedro celebrará el inicio del año académico con las universidades y los institutos romanos pontificios.

 JUEVES 30 DE OCTUBRE en el Aula Pablo VI, en el Vaticano, encontrará a los estudiantes. VIERNES 31 DE OCTUBRE en el Aula Pablo VI, en el Vaticano, encontrará a los educadores. SÁBADO 1 DE NOVIEMBRE en la Basílica de San Pedro celebrará la Eucaristía por todo el mundo educativo.

En estos encuentros, el Papa León tendrá la oportunidad de explicar su Magisterio educativo, una valiosa constelación para guiar el camino en los próximos años. Durante los días del Jubileo, en torno a San Pedro, se instalará la Aldea de la Educación, un espacio difuso en el que, con diferentes idiomas, podrán presentarse y enriquecerse mutuamente algunas de las mejores experiencias:

JUEVES 30 DE OCTUBRE en el Auditorium Conciliazione tendrá lugar el Congreso Mundial «Constelaciones educativas – Un pacto con el futuro»: la invitación es a reflexionar juntos sobre los retos de la educación, desde el derecho universal a una educación de calidad hasta las nuevas fronteras culturales y tecnológicas.

JUEVES 30 DE OCTUBRE Y VIERNES 31 DE OCTUBRE la cercana iglesia de San Lorenzo in Piscibus acogerá La Escuela del Corazón, con momentos de oración, caminos para una búsqueda espiritual, en la pluralidad de espiritualidades, culturas y arte.

VIERNES 31 DE OCTUBRE las Salas Sixtinas de Santo Spirito in Sassia y la cercana Sala San Pio X acogerán dos propuestas originales: un viaje inmersivo artístico y cultural sobre el significado de educar y un encuentro con experiencias educativas de todo el mundo.

VIERNES 31 DE OCTUBRE, al final del encuentro con los educadores viviremos juntos el rito característico del Jubileo, el Paso de la Puerta Santa. A la espera de encontrarnos para compartir juntos esta experiencia, les invito a inscribirse, ya desde ahora, en los eventos individuales. Las actualizaciones se publicarán periódicamente en los sitios del Jubileo (www.iubilaeum2025.va) y del Dicasterio para la Cultura y la Educación (www.dce.va)

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Jubilé du monde éducatif - 

CONSTELLATIONS ÉDUCATIVES

 

Chers protagonistes du monde éducatif, je suis heureux de partager avec vous le programme général du Jubilé du monde éducatif prévu du 27 octobre au 1er novembre 2025.

La présence éducative de l’Église catholique est l’expression d’une foi générative et passionnée pour l’humain. Elle est active dans le monde à travers une multitude d’acteurs : 219.000 écoles et 1.760 universités et facultés catholiques.

Des centaines de millions de personnes sont engagées dans les communautés éducatives : étudiants, enseignants, parents et tous ceux qui accompagnent les jeunes dans leur projet de vie. Partout dans le monde, cette présence lumineuse oriente l’avenir.

Les protagonistes de ces constellations éducatives sont invités à Rome pour vivre le Jubilé qui leur est dédié : pour partager leur expérience, relancer leur mission et lancer un appel afin que l’éducation soit créatrice d’une nouvelle culture de développement, de fraternité et de paix.

Le Saint-Père Léon XIV présidera quatre rendez-vous pendant le Jubilé du Monde Éducatif :

 LUNDI 27 OCTOBRE, dans la basilique Saint-Pierre, il célébrera le début de l’année universitaire avec les universités et les institutions pontificales romaines.

JEUDI 30 OCTOBRE, dans la salle Paul VI au Vatican, il rencontrera les étudiants.

VENDREDI 31 OCTOBRE, dans la salle Paul VI au Vatican, il rencontrera les éducateurs.

SAMEDI 1ER NOVEMBRE, dans la basilique Saint-Pierre, il célébrera l’Eucharistie pour tout le monde éducatif.

Au cours de ces rencontres, le pape Léon aura l’occasion d’expliciter son magistère éducatif, une constellation précieuse pour orienter le cheminement dans les années à venir. Pendant les jours du Jubilé, autour de Saint-Pierre, sera érigé le Village de l’Éducation, un espace ouvert où, à travers différents langages, certaines des meilleures expériences pourront être présentées et s’enrichir mutuellement:

JEUDI 30 OCTOBRE, à l’Auditorium Conciliazione, se tiendra le Congrès mondial « Constellations éducatives – Un pacte avec l’avenir » : l’invitation est de réfléchir ensemble aux défis de l’éducation, du droit universel à une éducation de qualité aux nouvelles frontières culturelles et technologiques. JEUDI 30 ET VENDREDI 31 OCTOBRE, l’église voisine de San Lorenzo in Piscibus accueillera L’École du Cœur avec des moments de prière, des parcours de recherche spirituelle, dans la pluralité des spiritualités, des cultures et de l’art.

VENDREDI 31 OCTOBRE, les Corsie Sistine de Santo Spirito in Sassia et la salle San Pio X voisine accueilleront deux propositions originales : un voyage artistique et culturel immersif sur le sens de l’éducation et la rencontre avec des expériences éducatives du monde entier.

VENDREDI 31 OCTOBRE, à l’issue de la rencontre du Pape avec les éducateurs, nous vivrons ensemble le rite caractéristique du Jubilé, le passage de la Porte Sainte. En attendant de vous rencontrer pour partager cette expérience, je vous invite à vous inscrire dès maintenant aux différents rendez-vous. Les mises à jour seront disponibles au fur et à mesure sur les sites internet du Jubilé (www.iubilaeum2025.va) et du Dicastère pour la Culture et l’Éducation (www.dce.va)

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