2013 conclave

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/2013-papal-conclave

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1. What is the conclave dates?March 12-13, 2013
2. What is the number of cardinal electors?117 cardinals participated in the voting
3. What is a papal conclave and why is it secret?A papal conclave is a closed-door meeting where cardinals vote to choose a new Pope. The secrecy keeps outside people from influencing the decision.
4. Why did Pope Benedict XVI resign in 2013?He said his age made him too weak to serve, and it was the first resignation in almost 600 years.

Papal Conclave: The closed meeting of cardinals to elect a new Pope.
Cardinal Elector: A cardinal under the age of 80 eligible to vote in a papal conclave.
Sistine Chapel: The site of papal conclaves, famous for its Renaissance art and papal ceremonies.
Papal Resignation: The voluntary relinquishing of the papal office by a Pope.