The Lessons Of A Pandemic In Pope Francis' Eyes

JAKARTA - The great leader of Catholics, Pope Francis invited his people to make the COVID-19 pandemic a common lesson to care more about the environment. Pope Francis saw the success of many countries in the world implementing locks, which not only reduce the rate of spread of the virus, but also reduce pollution in the world.

During a speech in St. Peter's Square, Vatican, Sunday, June 21, Pope Francis reflected on the relationship between humans and the environment as a major theme. As reported by Reuters , the level of air pollution and cleaner rivers in this part of the world as evidence of COVID-19 does not only bring panic.

“The key policy has reduced pollution and made many places look beautiful because they are free from traffic and noise. Now, with the resumption of activities thanks to the easing of policies, we all have to be more responsible for protecting the earth, our common home, "he said.

Various examples have already appeared in plain sight. In Venice, the waters of the canals, which are usually black, are very clean. The reduced activity of ships is suspected to be the cause. This had an impact on the fish that were starting to appear for the first time in recent years.

Not only that. Dolphins have even been seen swimming near the port in Venice. Even with the appearance of raccoons in Central Park, New York, United States and mountain goats that seem to fill the streets in Wales.

The authorities of many cities in the world are required to preserve this good. In Milan, local authorities are starting to be encouraged to implement a pollution reduction plan by providing more cycling and walking paths.

Pope Francis 'message on protecting and protecting nature was also poured out in the fifth anniversary of Francis' famous encyclical, "Laudato Si". In a 225-page guide released on Thursday, the Vatican said Catholics must give up investment from the fossil fuel industry.

The rest, they are asked to monitor companies in the mining sector which are often seen as destroying the environment. In addition, they are also encouraged to be pro-active in the agenda of saving the environment.