While couched in the language of the Enlightenment, that claim is ultimately grounded in an understanding of the human person...
There's a ten-thousand mile explanation behind those words. And he's gesturing towards the right place.
Though I query the plural form "forbearers" -- these were not abstemious folks.
https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/speeches/2026/july/documents/20260703-liberty-medal.html