Historical Events tagged with "conclave"

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Religion & Philosophy

Cardinal Eugenio Pacelli Becomes Pope Pius XII

March 2nd, 1939 86 years ago

Cardinal Eugenio Pacelli was elected as the Pope, taking the name Pius XII. His election occurred following the death of Pope Pius XI in February 1939. The conclave of cardinals, convening in the Vatican, selected Pacelli due to his extensive experience in diplomatic relations. As a papal diplomat, he had established the Holy See’s relationships in Europe and around the world, contributing to his election amid concerns for Europe’s political future.

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Religion & Philosophy

Beginning of the Papal Conclave of 1549-50

November 29th, 1549 475 years ago

The papal conclave of 1549-50 commenced in December 1549, marking a pivotal moment in the selection of a new pope following the death of Pope Paul III. Held in Rome, the conclave was attended by 38 cardinals who gathered in the Sistine Chapel to deliberate in secrecy. A significant aspect of this conclave was the unresolved factionalism among cardinals, particularly between the pro-Spanish and pro-French factions, which reflected the ongoing geopolitical tensions in Europe at the time. Ultimately, the conclave aimed to elect a leader who could unify the Church amidst these challenges.

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