conclave 2025 Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is a conclave?
A conclave is a gathering of cardinals for the purpose of electing a new pope.
In what year is the next conclave expected to take place?
The next conclave is expected to take place in 2025.
True or False: The conclave can be held at any location.
False: The conclave is traditionally held in the Vatican.
What is the minimum number of votes needed to elect a pope in a conclave?
A candidate must receive a two-thirds majority of the votes.
Fill in the blank: The conclave is composed of ________ who are under the age of 80.
cardinals
What is the primary purpose of the conclave?
To elect a new pope.
What is the term for the period before a new pope is elected?
Sede Vacante.
True or False: The conclave can be called by any bishop.
False: Only the College of Cardinals can call a conclave.
Which pope’s election in 2013 led to significant media coverage of the conclave process?
Pope Francis.
What is the maximum duration a conclave can last?
There is no maximum duration, but it can last several days or even weeks.
What color smoke indicates that a new pope has been elected?
White smoke.
What color smoke is used to indicate that no pope has been elected?
Black smoke.
Short answer: What is the role of the Camerlengo during the conclave?
The Camerlengo oversees the administration of the Church during the sede vacante.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a cardinal to vote in a conclave? A) Be under 80 years old B) Be a cardinal C) Be a bishop D) Be a priest
D) Be a priest
What is the official document that outlines the rules for the conclave?
Apostolic Constitution.
Fill in the blank: The conclave is held in the ________ of the Vatican.
Sistine Chapel
True or False: Each cardinal is allowed to bring a personal assistant to the conclave.
False: No outside persons are allowed.
What is the name of the group of cardinals that manage the Church’s affairs between papacies?
The College of Cardinals.
Multiple choice: What happens if a cardinal is elected pope and refuses the position? A) The conclave must start over B) The cardinal is excommunicated C) The next highest vote-getter is elected D) The election is considered invalid
C) The next highest vote-getter is elected
Short answer: What is the significance of the conclave for the Catholic Church?
It determines the leadership and direction of the Church.
What event typically precedes a conclave?
The death or resignation of the sitting pope.
Fill in the blank: The conclave’s voting process is conducted in ________.
secrecy
True or False: The conclave can elect a pope from outside the College of Cardinals.
False: Only cardinals can be elected.
What is the first step of the conclave process?
The cardinals gather and take an oath of secrecy.
