India, April 21 -- As the news of Pope Francis' demise spread across the world, an outpouring of grief followed from global leaders, religious figures, and millions of faithful Catholics who paid tribute to his legacy.

Pope Francis, who died on Monday at the age of 88, was known for his humble demeanor and deep compassion for the poor. However, the leader of the Catholic Church came from remarkably humble beginnings some so unexpected, they seem almost unbelievable given the position he held at the time of his death.

Before he became a priest, young Jorge Mario Bergoglio worked several humble jobs in Buenos Aires, Argentina. These included sweeping floors, running lab tests, and even being a nightclub bouncer at a bar.

According to New...