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The pope is elected by the College of Cardinals who meet ten days after the previous pope dies. Recent elections have taken several ballots at the rate of four a day. It normally takes a career as priest, bishop and cardinal before you have a chance to be elected pope. Recent popes have been between 60 and 80 years old (roughly) when they were elected.
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How long did it take Pope Pius XI to become pope?
The 1922 conclave that elected Pius XI lasted for five days. It took fourteen ballots.
What number is after Pope Francis' name?
Since Pope Francis is the first and only pope by that name, there is no need for a number after his name. If a pope in the future also decides to take the name Francis, he will become Pope Francis II and then the original Pope Francis will become Pope Francis I.
How long did it take Pope Francis to become cardinal?
Pope Francis became a Cardinal in the year 2001
Can a neurosurgeon become Pope?
Yes, as long as he is a male and a Catholic.
Can an ordinary baptized male become the pope?
Yes, as long as he is Catholic.
Can a Christian bishop become the pope?
Yes, as long as he is also a Catholic.
Can a psychiatrist be pope?
Yes, as long as he is a baptized Catholic who agrees to become a priest and then a bishop.
When did Odo become pope?
Odo was never the pope.
When did Saladin become the pope?
Saladin was never a pope.
When did Saladin the Great become pope?
Saladin was not a pope.
How long did it take to choose Pope Benedict?
Two days was the length of the conclave that chose Benedict XVI as pope. He was elected on the 4th ballot.
How does a priest become a pope?
A priest could only become pope if he is elected by the cardinals in conclave.
