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From ‘conclave’ to ‘white smoke,’ a glossary of terms used in a papal transition
This is Latin for “having had mercy and choosing him” — a phrase that Francis chose as his motto when he was elevated to ...
How accurate is “Conclave”? What the Oscar-winning film can teach us about picking Pope Francis' successor
After scooping up eight Academy Award nominations (and winning Best Adapted Screenplay), papal drama Conclave is back on ...
Dramatic 'Conclave' showcases Vatican papal tradition. How to watch Oscar nominated film
The process through which a new pope is chosen is known as a conclave, a term after which Robert Harris' 2016 ...
What Did “Conclave” Get Right and Wrong About Picking the New Pope? Fact-Checking the Oscar-Winning Movie
Conclave shows how a group of nuns serve the cardinals while they decide on the next pope. In reality, the depiction is ...
Conclave, but for real. These cardinals are the leading contenders to be the next pope
The winner must receive at least two-thirds of the vote from those cardinals under age 80 and thus eligible to participate.
Conclave smoke: What black and white smoke signal during election of a new pope
In the papal conclave to elect a new pope, here's a look at what the color of smoke (black or white) means after each vote.
How realistic is the 'Conclave' movie vs. real life?
As the Vatican begins preparing a conclave to choose the next pope, NBC News’ Claudio Lavanga explains how the real-life ...
Papal conclave to take place in majestic Sistine Chapel
Following the death of Pope Francis, the cardinals of the Roman Catholic Church will gather at some point next month to elect ...