Francis did away with that sort of viewing. Instead, a procession brought his coffin on Wednesday directly to St. Peter’s Basilica, where a public viewing is taking place. Francis’ body, dressed in papal vestments, his head covered with a white bishop’s miter, is lying in state to allow tens of thousands of mourners to bid farewell.

The clash in style between Donald Trump and Pope Francis and their positions come into focus as the president travels to Francis’ funeral.

Pope Francis' funeral will be a widely attended and viewed event.