Lightning never strikes twice in the same place. That’s because, after the 1st strike, the same place isn’t there anymore.
But, seriously, lightning tends to strike taller structures, because that shortens the distance it travels through the air. As prominent building, taller than its neighbors, St. Peter’s is likely a frequent target for lightning.
Indeed a tough act to follow, and I wish Francis was more up to the task.I do not doubt Francis’ good intention and good will, but there are unfortunate frequent examples in his behavior to doubt his judgment.
kaffekup about 4 years ago
I’m sure it wasn’t punishment.
Dani Rice about 4 years ago
Somebody said this past year was lifted from the 14th century, Two popes and a plague.
dflak about 4 years ago
We human beings are uncomfortable with the fact that we do not control everything.
If something bad is happening to us, it must be someone else’s fault. Therefore: conspiracy theories.
jango about 4 years ago
That’s why it is good to “go with the flow”!
Jogger2 about 4 years ago
Lightning never strikes twice in the same place. That’s because, after the 1st strike, the same place isn’t there anymore.
But, seriously, lightning tends to strike taller structures, because that shortens the distance it travels through the air. As prominent building, taller than its neighbors, St. Peter’s is likely a frequent target for lightning.
rmbdot about 4 years ago
Indeed a tough act to follow, and I wish Francis was more up to the task.I do not doubt Francis’ good intention and good will, but there are unfortunate frequent examples in his behavior to doubt his judgment.