Why are the popes normally old?

Answer 1

Oh, dude, the popes are usually old because they've been around for a while. Like, they start off as young priests, then they work their way up the holy ladder, and before you know it, they're rocking the big hat and blessing people left and right. Plus, being pope is a stressful job, so it's probably easier to handle all that responsibility when you've had a few decades under your belt.

Answer 2

Well, honey, being the Pope is a tough gig, so they usually pick someone who has a bit of life experience under their belt. Plus, older folks tend to have wisdom and maturity, which are handy when you're leading a global religion. And let's be real, the Vatican isn't exactly known for embracing change or being on the cutting edge of youth culture.

Answer 3

The cardinals usually will choose one of the most experienced of the cardinals to lead the Church. This is not a rule as when Pope John Paul II was elected he was but 58 years old. Most popes in recent years have been in their 70s when elected.

Answer 4

He doesn't have to be any certain age, but he is usually chosen from the Cardinals of the Church. A man is may not be ordained to the priesthood until he is 25. Very few priests are chosen as Bishop until they are in their forties or fifties. Most Cardinals are chosen from the Bishops, so, in the ordinary course of affairs, nowadays, a man would not be appointed Cardinal until he was in his 50's, and Popes are usually chosen from among the Cardinals. Pope John Paul II was chosen as Pope in his 50's.

Answer 5

Usually, the older the cardinal, the more experienced and knowledgeable they are. Sometimes, however, if they are having a problem reaching consensus they will choose an 'interim' pope, an older man who will probably only reign a short time. However, when Pope John Paul II was elected he was only 58 years old - young by papal standards,

Answer 6

The catholics see them as more wise then most people. The older you are, usually the more knowledge you have.