Pope's condition critical, know how election takes place?
Due to the deterioration in the health of Pope Francis, the discussion about his resignation has intensified. Let us tell you that 88-year-old Pope Francis is currently suffering from serious health problems and he is under the supervision of doctors. Now the question is that if he resigns from this post, then how will the election for this post take place? Today we will tell you how the Pope is elected.
What is the matter?
Let us tell you that due to the deterioration in the health of Pope Francis, he has been admitted to a hospital in Rome. According to the information, he has pneumonia and is having difficulty in breathing. At the same time, looking at his health at this age, there is also speculation whether he will resign from his post? Today we will tell you how the Pope is elected and how he resigns.
How can he leave the post?
Let us tell you that the Pope is the head of the Roman Catholic Church. At the same time, the process of resigning from this post is called "Reunification". According to the rules, the Pope has to voluntarily decide to resign from his post. In the past history, it has been seen that the Pope has usually taken this decision due to health, age, or other personal reasons. Now the question is, how does the Pope resign from his post? According to the information, the Pope has to make a formal announcement to resign from his post. For this, the Pope has to make a written announcement. At the same time, it is prepared according to Canon Law i.e. the law of the Church. In this written announcement, the Pope clearly states the reason and date of his resignation.
How is the new Pope elected?
Now the question is, how is the new Pope elected after the resignation? Let us tell you that after the resignation of the Pope, a meeting of the Cardinals is called, where the new Pope is elected. Now the question must be coming to your mind that who are the Cardinals? Let us tell you that the Cardinals are the highest ranked priests of the Catholic Church. They are the closest advisors of the Pope and also play an important role in the administration of the Church. Let us tell you that they are called the prince of the Church. Apart from this, they also participate in religious events around the world. After becoming cardinals, they are given a special red hat, which is called biretta. This is a symbol of their sacrifice and loyalty. According to information, there are 230 cardinals all over the world.
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