Vatican City, May 7, 2025 (AFP) - Hilarius or Simplicius, the papal name dilemma

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2025-05-07

From Pius to Clement, Hilarius to Simplicius, papal names through the centuries are inextricably linked to the brilliant or wretched legacies of the men who have ruled the Vatican. The cardinal elected to succeed Pope Francis following the conclave, which begins on Wednesday, will be announced to the world with his papal name in Latin. With so much weight placed on the significance of the papal moniker, the cardinals must choose wisely. The tradi......

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