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February 11, 2012; Vatican City:

Billions of Roman Catholic Followers who were already shocked by 's shocking retirement decision were furthered shocked when a Lightning Bolt Struck the dome of St. Peter's Basilica- One of the holiest Catholic sites which Holds a eminent place in Catholic world.

The Lightning Struck only a few hours later after Pope's Retirement speech. The Picture of Lightening striking the St. Peter's dome quickly spread on the Internet and soon became a topic of Interest. Many took the event as the 'Sign from the Heavens.'

85-Year-Old Pope announced his retirement decision in a Cardinals meeting on Monday. With this decision he became the First Pope to resign in 600 Years. Pope Gregory XII was the last Pope who resigned from the Papacy way back in 1415.