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The Apple of Roncalli's EyeAngelo Roncalli, papal nuncio to France (and a future pope), was once invited to a formal banquet. His dinner companion wore an extremely low-cut dress, which the prelate pretended not to notice. When dessert was served, however, he selected a plump apple and duly offered it to the woman, who politely declined. "Please take it, madam," he pleaded. "It was only after Eve ate the apple that she became aware of how little she had on."
John XXIII, [born Angelo Roncalli] (1881-1963) Italian pope (1958-63) [noted for his popularity as a leader, his many reforms, and his work for Church unity and reconciliation between world powers]
[Sources: P. Bussard, New Catholic Treasury of Wit]More [born John XXIII anecdotesRelated Anecdote Keywords:
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