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The Associated Press on MSN16d
How long was the longest conclave and more facts as cardinals secluded to elect new pope
With the 2025 conclave set to start next week, here's a few facts and drama to know about the centuries old ritual.
NBC New York11d
What was the longest conclave in history? Shortest ever? Details to know
The secret vote that elected Pope Gregory X lasted from November 1268 to ... Benedict XIII, Alexander V, and John XXIII. The schism was ultimately resolved by the Council of Constance in 1417 ...
Catholic News Agency11d
The history behind ‘habemus papam’ and the white smoke that announces a new pope
When a new pope is elected, there are two signs that mark that historic moment: the white smoke from the chimney of the ...
KGW810d
How long was the longest conclave? Facts about the secret voting to elect a pope
The secret vote that elected Pope Gregory X lasted from November 1268 to ... Benedict XIII, Alexander V, and John XXIII. The schism was ultimately resolved by the Council of Constance in 1417 ...