The Intricacies of Papal Selection: Understanding the Conclave

This chapter delves into the intricate process of selecting a new Pope following a vacancy in the papacy. It examines the conclave of cardinals, the voting rituals, and the iconic smoke signals that reveal the decision on the new leader of the Catholic Church.

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