Please read below the abominations of the Papacy
The Rituals in the Election of All Popes
The smoke that comes out of the Vatican chimney—whether white or black—to signal the election results is created using chemicals. It is not magical or spiritual in any way. The oath that popes take is forever hidden and has nothing to do with God.
Vatican Conclave Rules and Rituals
Cardinals dressed in red attend a Mass for the election of a new pope, celebrated by Cardinal Angelo Sodano.
The election of a pope follows a set of choreographed rules and rituals that have been adjusted over centuries. The term “conclave,” meaning “with a key,” dates back to the 13th century and describes locking up the cardinals until they select a new pope. These actions are not guided by the power of the Holy Spirit of God.
Who Votes?
Only cardinals under the age of 80 are eligible to vote. For example, 115 cardinals qualified during the election of Benedict XVI’s successor. Two eligible cardinals stayed home: Cardinal Julius Darmaatjadja, ill, and Cardinal Keith O’Brien, who recused himself after admitting to inappropriate sexual behavior.
What Is the Ritual?
The conclave begins with the Mass called Pro eligendo Romano Pontificie, celebrating the election of a pope. In the afternoon, cardinals gather in the Pauline Chapel and then enter the Sistine Chapel chanting the Litany of Saints and the Latin hymn Veni Creator, asking saints and the Holy Spirit to guide their choice.
This practice is an abomination. Praying to dead saints or worshipping angels is condemned in the Bible. Revelation 19:10 says, “Worship God: for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.” Revelation 22:8-9 shows John falling to worship an angel, only to be told, “See thou do it not… worship God.”
Each cardinal then places a hand on the Gospels and swears secrecy regarding the conclave. A meditation on the qualities required of the next pope is given, and then the master of liturgical ceremonies orders all but the cardinals to leave with the command “Extra omnes” (“all out”). Only cardinals remain to vote.
How Do They Vote?
Each cardinal writes the name of their preferred candidate on a ballot that says, “Eligo in summen pontificem” (“I elect as Supreme Pontiff”). They approach the altar one by one, declaring, “I call as my witness, Christ the Lord who will be my judge, that my vote is given to the one who, before God, I think should be elected.” The folded ballots are placed on a plate and slid into a silver and gold urn.
After counting, ballots are sewn together and burned in the chapel stove with chemicals that produce either black or white smoke.
Up to four rounds of voting happen daily after the first day, with a two-thirds majority needed. If no pope is elected after certain rounds, voting pauses, then resumes, until an election is made, or about 12 days have passed.
Newer rules by Benedict XVI require a runoff vote between the top two candidates if needed, where neither of those two votes.
What Happens Once the Pope Is Elected?
The senior cardinal asks the elected cardinal if he accepts the position and what papal name he chooses. Upon acceptance, white smoke emerges from the Sistine Chapel chimney, and St. Peter’s bells ring.
The new pope changes into the white papal cassock. Each cardinal then swears obedience. For this conclave, the pope stops to pray briefly in the Pauline Chapel before appearing on the balcony. The protodeacon announces “Habemus Papam!” (“We have a pope!”) and introduces him to the world in Latin.
Famous First Words
Pope John Paul II, in 1978, acknowledged his foreign origins and humbly asked for correction if he made mistakes, to cheers.
Pope Benedict XVI, in 2005, called himself a “humble worker in the vineyard of the Lord” in his first public words.
Final Thoughts
Remember, these rituals are man-made traditions, not inspired by the Holy Spirit. The hidden oath, the chemical smoke, and the invocation of saints contradict Scripture. True worship must be in spirit and truth, directed only to God (John 4:24).
