No, the Divine Office refers to the Liturgy of the Hours, the official daily prayers and readings recited by the Catholic Church throughout the world at specified times each day.
Benedict became pope the instant he accepted the position after the final ballot was taken on April 19, 2005. He was installed as pope on April 25.
The Pope's office is termed "The Papacy".
The Pope's office is termed "The Papacy".
No, there is no position between cardinal and pope.
Alexander Pope said it. The full quote is, "To err is human; to forgive, divine."
The pope remains in office until death unless he resigns.
This is not a political election and no one 'runs' for pope. The pope is generally chosen from among the cardinals. They do not campaign for the position.
The royal "we", or majestic plural is the use of a plural pronoun to refer to a single person holding a high office, such as a sovereign (e.g., a monarch or sultan) or religious leader (e.g., the Pope or a bishop). It is commonly employed by a person of high office, such as a monarch, earl, or pope. It is also used in certain formal contexts by bishops and university rectors.
There was no Pope John VI in 1963. Pope Paul VI took office that year. Paul VI took office on June 21, 1963.
To which Pope Gregory do you refer? There have been 16.
The star on the Pope's ring, known as the Papal Ring or the Fisherman's Ring, symbolizes the Pope's role as the successor of Saint Peter, who was a fisherman by trade. The star represents divine guidance and the light of Christ, reflecting the Pope's spiritual authority and mission to lead the Catholic Church. The ring is traditionally used to seal documents and is a symbol of the Pope's office and authority.
The pope will stay in office till his death or if he resigns. Which is highly unlikely. Hope that helps!