Conclave to Elect New Pope

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The conclave to elect a new Pope to succeed the late Pope Francis will commence on Wednesday, May 7 in the Sistine Chapel of the Vatican City. Only cardinals under 80 are eligible to vote, with no communication allowed with the outside world during the process. The term 'conclave' comes from the Latin phrase 'cum clave,' meaning 'with a key.'

Key Points

  • Conclave to elect new Pope commences on May 7 in the Sistine Chapel
  • Process involves 135 eligible cardinals under 80 years old
  • No communication with the outside world is allowed during the election

Pros

  • The conclave process ensures the election of a new Pope in a secure and secretive manner.

Cons

  • The process is limited to a select group of cardinals under 80 years old, potentially excluding valuable perspectives from older members.