It’s been revealed that John Paul II was an enthusiastic self-flagellator. The erstwhile Pope, who died in 2005, is currently being considered for Sainthood by the Catholic Church. As a result, thousands of testimonials have been collected and examined by officials, and many surprising details have been revealed about his private habits. According to Tobiana Sobodka, a nun who worked closely with the Pope at his summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, he could often be overheard whipping himself in the next room. Bishop Emery Kabongo also confirmed that the Pope was particularly partial to a session of self-punishment before an ordination. It seems that there are few things more spiritual than a spot of solo S&M.