Bizarre Rules The Pope Has To Follow
A pope is one of the most powerful figures in the world -- but even they must follow certain expectations when signing up for the job.
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Why Townspeople Once Tore The Roof Off Of A Palace During A Papal Conclave
Years ago, during a papal enclave, a gathering of cardinals to elect a new pope, townspeople tore off the roof of a palace. And it made history.
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The Meaning Behind Pope Robert Prevost's Chosen Name, Leo
The name Leo dates back centuries in the history of the Catholic Church — and has been used by 13 previous popes. What is the history behind this papal name?
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What Song Did The Swiss Guard March To After The Conclave?
While many were focused on the identity of the new pope, some were curious as to what exactly that marching band was playing that preceded his appearance.
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Who Is The New Pope After Francis?
The newly-elected head of the Catholic Church is Robert Francis Prevost, who will now be known as Pope Leo XIV. What do we know about him?
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Holy Week Timeline Explained
Holy Week covers the events leading up to and including Jesus' death, and ultimately to the founding of the Christian religion. Here's its timeline explained.
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Adolf Hitler's Bizarre Hunt For The Holy Grail Explained
Adolf Hitler's nefarious efforts to create a new world order included a bizarre hunt for the Holy Grail, led largely by his right-hand-man, Heinrich Himmler.
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How Much Is The Pope's Ring Worth?
The Vatican has an estimated net worth between 10 and 15 billion dollars. But what could the Pope get for his ring? How much is the Pope's ring worth?
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The Untold Truth Of Pope Francis' Siblings
Pope Francis is the first of the five children the couple would have. As the eldest Bergoglio child, he had four siblings: two sisters and two brothers.
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Who Is The Most Powerful Angel, According To The Bible?
If you think you know who the most powerful angel is, according to the Bible, you're probably not far off. There aren't many actually named in the text.
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The Items Pope Francis Will Be Buried With Explained
When a pope dies, there are lots of rituals and traditions around their funeral and burial. Here's an explainer of the items Pope Francis will be buried with.
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Why Were Some Popes Buried In 3 Coffins?
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025 at the age of 88. He was different from his predecessors, and he changed the burial tradition that involved three coffins.
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The World Reacts To The Death Of Pope Francis
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025 at the age of 88 and leaders from around the world shared their reactions. Here's what some of them had to say.
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Who Could Replace Pope Francis After His Death?
There are several contenders to replace Pope Francis after his death when the papal conclave cast their votes for his successor. Here are the likely candidates.
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What Will Happen To The Body Of Pope Francis?
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. And just as he did while he lived, he chose to take a simpler approach to his burial.
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What It Means When A Priest Swings Incense Around A Casket
If you've ever been to a Christian funeral, you've probably noticed that the priest swings incense around the casket. And there's a reason for that.
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Here's What Happened To The Bodies Of These Popes
Even the humblest of popes can expect to have a relatively elaborate, highly ritualized funeral. Here's what happened to the bodies of these popes.
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Why The Crusades Were Worse Than You Thought
In the Middle Ages, holy wars raged between Christians and Muslims. Countless people were slaughtered, but the Crusades were even worse than you thought.
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Unexpected Rules Christian Monks Have Followed Throughout History
Monastic life varies from one sect to the next, but all Christian monks are expected to observe the rules of their monastery -- even the surprising ones.
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The Biggest Contradictions About God In The Bible
God plays a central role throughout the many books of the Bible, so it might surprise you that there are some big contradictions about the nature of the deity.
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The Untold Truth Of Adam And Eve
The real truth of Adam and Eve is ancient, with many twists and turns.
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What Is The Meaning Behind An Upside-Down Cross?
You've probably seen an upside-down cross before - maybe on a band tee or in religious artwork. That's because it's meaning is, well, complicated.
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The Mystery Surrounding Jesus' Birth Date
Jesus' birthday is celebrated on December 25, but his birthday might have actually been on a completely different date. Here's when Jesus may have been born.
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Things Most People Don't Know About Noah From The Bible
Noah from the Bible is most famous for his ark and the story of the great flood, but there are many things most people don't know about him. Here are a few.
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Who Were The Nazarene In Jesus' Time?
In Jesus' time, there was a group of people called the Nazarene. Who were they? Here's everything we know about them about how they evolved through the years.
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The Origins Of The Unholy Trinity Explained
The Holy Trinity is perhaps the most well-known Christian doctrine, but what exactly is the unholy trinity? Here's how the concept all started.
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Unexpected Rules Mormon Women Have To Follow
Women who are part of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, also known as Mormons, have to follow some pretty specific (and unexpected) rules.
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