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With the Pope hospitalized, Italians gossip about who might come next
But he's on track to equal or surpass Pope Gregory XII, perhaps best known for being the most recent pope to resign until Pope Benedict XVI did so in 2013. Gregory was 88 when he stepped ...
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When the pope is sick, Italians always gossip about who comes next — even before ‘Conclave’
But he’s on track to equal or surpass Pope Gregory XII, perhaps best known for being the most recent pope to resign until Pope Benedict XVI did so in 2013. Gregory was 88 when he stepped down in ...
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What is a Conclave and how is new pope is selected as Francis in 'critical condition'
The secret ballot system, introduced by Pope Gregory XV in 1621, aims to reduce overt political influence, though factions inevitably form. Each Cardinal writes their choice on a ballot ...
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History Repeating? Pope Francis' Health Crisis Fuels Speculation of Another Papal Resignation
Celestine V in 1294, and Gregory VI in 1046. Vatican officials subsequently released updates indicating that Pope Francis' condition is improving, albeit amid some concerns. On Thursday ...
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Pope Francis reaches 12th year as pope. This is how long his predecessors served
When a pope is named, they take on a new papal name that replaces their secular name. Francis was the first Francis. The most common papal name is John, followed by Benedict and Gregory.