When the white smoke rises above the Sistine Chapel, the world holds its breath for the words Habemus Papam—We Have a Pope. But what unfolds behind those sealed doors, under Michelangelo's eternal frescoes, is a story few truly understand. Conclave: The Art of Choosing a Pope unveils the riveting drama, spiritual depth, and global stakes of the papal election, offering an unprecedented journey into one of history's most enigmatic rituals.
From the medieval chaos of the 1268–1271 conclave to the modern election of Pope Francis in 2013, this book traces the evolution of a process that has shaped the Catholic Church for centuries. With meticulous research and a narrative as gripping as the conclave itself, explore:
• The Sacred Rituals: Dive into the daily rhythm of voting, prayer, and discernment, where cardinals seek divine guidance amid human deliberation, as revealed in "The Role of Prayer and Discernment" and "The Daily Rhythm of Voting and Deliberation."
• The Global Stakes: Discover how the conclave navigates a polarized world, addressing clerical abuse, secularism, and interfaith dialogue, as explored in "Leading a Divided Church in a Polarized World" and "Navigating Secularism and Interfaith Dialogue."
• The Candidates: Meet the potential successors to Pope Francis—from the charismatic Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle to the justice-driven Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo Besungu—each poised to lead a Church at a crossroads, as profiled in "Profiles of Leading Candidates" and "Emerging Dark Horses."
• The Moment of Election: Feel the anticipation as white smoke signals a new pope, followed by the world's reaction, from St. Peter's Square to the Global South, in "The Moment of Election: 'Habemus Papam'" and "The Global Reaction to the Election."
With vivid descriptions and authoritative insights, Conclave blends historical narratives, procedural details, and theological reflections to reveal how this ancient ritual remains a beacon of hope and unity. Whether you're a Catholic seeking to understand your faith's leadership, a history enthusiast fascinated by Vatican intrigue, or a reader captivated by global events, this book offers a front-row seat to the election of the next pope.
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From the medieval chaos of the 1268–1271 conclave to the modern election of Pope Francis in 2013, this book traces the evolution of a process that has shaped the Catholic Church for centuries. With meticulous research and a narrative as gripping as the conclave itself, explore:
• The Sacred Rituals: Dive into the daily rhythm of voting, prayer, and discernment, where cardinals seek divine guidance amid human deliberation, as revealed in "The Role of Prayer and Discernment" and "The Daily Rhythm of Voting and Deliberation."
• The Global Stakes: Discover how the conclave navigates a polarized world, addressing clerical abuse, secularism, and interfaith dialogue, as explored in "Leading a Divided Church in a Polarized World" and "Navigating Secularism and Interfaith Dialogue."
• The Candidates: Meet the potential successors to Pope Francis—from the charismatic Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle to the justice-driven Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo Besungu—each poised to lead a Church at a crossroads, as profiled in "Profiles of Leading Candidates" and "Emerging Dark Horses."
• The Moment of Election: Feel the anticipation as white smoke signals a new pope, followed by the world's reaction, from St. Peter's Square to the Global South, in "The Moment of Election: 'Habemus Papam'" and "The Global Reaction to the Election."
With vivid descriptions and authoritative insights, Conclave blends historical narratives, procedural details, and theological reflections to reveal how this ancient ritual remains a beacon of hope and unity. Whether you're a Catholic seeking to understand your faith's leadership, a history enthusiast fascinated by Vatican intrigue, or a reader captivated by global events, this book offers a front-row seat to the election of the next pope.
conclave: THE ART OF CHOOSING A POPE
When the white smoke rises above the Sistine Chapel, the world holds its breath for the words Habemus Papam—We Have a Pope. But what unfolds behind those sealed doors, under Michelangelo's eternal frescoes, is a story few truly understand. Conclave: The Art of Choosing a Pope unveils the riveting drama, spiritual depth, and global stakes of the papal election, offering an unprecedented journey into one of history's most enigmatic rituals.
From the medieval chaos of the 1268–1271 conclave to the modern election of Pope Francis in 2013, this book traces the evolution of a process that has shaped the Catholic Church for centuries. With meticulous research and a narrative as gripping as the conclave itself, explore:
• The Sacred Rituals: Dive into the daily rhythm of voting, prayer, and discernment, where cardinals seek divine guidance amid human deliberation, as revealed in "The Role of Prayer and Discernment" and "The Daily Rhythm of Voting and Deliberation."
• The Global Stakes: Discover how the conclave navigates a polarized world, addressing clerical abuse, secularism, and interfaith dialogue, as explored in "Leading a Divided Church in a Polarized World" and "Navigating Secularism and Interfaith Dialogue."
• The Candidates: Meet the potential successors to Pope Francis—from the charismatic Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle to the justice-driven Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo Besungu—each poised to lead a Church at a crossroads, as profiled in "Profiles of Leading Candidates" and "Emerging Dark Horses."
• The Moment of Election: Feel the anticipation as white smoke signals a new pope, followed by the world's reaction, from St. Peter's Square to the Global South, in "The Moment of Election: 'Habemus Papam'" and "The Global Reaction to the Election."
With vivid descriptions and authoritative insights, Conclave blends historical narratives, procedural details, and theological reflections to reveal how this ancient ritual remains a beacon of hope and unity. Whether you're a Catholic seeking to understand your faith's leadership, a history enthusiast fascinated by Vatican intrigue, or a reader captivated by global events, this book offers a front-row seat to the election of the next pope.
From the medieval chaos of the 1268–1271 conclave to the modern election of Pope Francis in 2013, this book traces the evolution of a process that has shaped the Catholic Church for centuries. With meticulous research and a narrative as gripping as the conclave itself, explore:
• The Sacred Rituals: Dive into the daily rhythm of voting, prayer, and discernment, where cardinals seek divine guidance amid human deliberation, as revealed in "The Role of Prayer and Discernment" and "The Daily Rhythm of Voting and Deliberation."
• The Global Stakes: Discover how the conclave navigates a polarized world, addressing clerical abuse, secularism, and interfaith dialogue, as explored in "Leading a Divided Church in a Polarized World" and "Navigating Secularism and Interfaith Dialogue."
• The Candidates: Meet the potential successors to Pope Francis—from the charismatic Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle to the justice-driven Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo Besungu—each poised to lead a Church at a crossroads, as profiled in "Profiles of Leading Candidates" and "Emerging Dark Horses."
• The Moment of Election: Feel the anticipation as white smoke signals a new pope, followed by the world's reaction, from St. Peter's Square to the Global South, in "The Moment of Election: 'Habemus Papam'" and "The Global Reaction to the Election."
With vivid descriptions and authoritative insights, Conclave blends historical narratives, procedural details, and theological reflections to reveal how this ancient ritual remains a beacon of hope and unity. Whether you're a Catholic seeking to understand your faith's leadership, a history enthusiast fascinated by Vatican intrigue, or a reader captivated by global events, this book offers a front-row seat to the election of the next pope.
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| BN ID: | 2940184414010 |
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| Publisher: | Michael Rios |
| Publication date: | 04/22/2025 |
| Sold by: | Barnes & Noble |
| Format: | eBook |
| File size: | 121 KB |
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