Benedict XVI starts life as pope emeritus

Published On: Mar 01 2013 08:26:21 AM CST   Updated On: Mar 01 2013 09:55:21 AM CST
Pope's last day

The pope’s seat now sits vacant at the Vatican. Before leaving for the pope’s summer residence, Castel Gandolfo, Benedict pledged his "unconditional obedience" to the next pontiff.