Papal Conclave Day 1 Ends with Black Smoke: What it Symbolizes?
The first day of the Papal Conclave ends with black smoke emerging from the Sistine Chapel, indicating that no new pope has been chosen yet. The electoral process will continue tomorrow.
Papal Conclave Day 1: Black Smoke Emerges
The Papal Conclave on its first day saw the emergence of black smoke from the Sistine Chapel at 21:00 local time. This symbolic occurrence occurred after the doors were closed with the words 'Extra Omnes' or 'Everyone Out'. Black smoke traditionally signifies that no new pope has been decided upon yet.
According to a Vatican news post, the absence of a white smoke indicates that the proceedings of choosing a new pope will continue tomorrow when the cardinal electors assemble together. This electoral process follows the death of Pope Francis on April 21.
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