Ancient prophecy about next Pope revealed.
Pope Francis has been laid to rest, plunging the Catholic Church into an intense and somber period of mourning.
Period of mourning after Pope Francis’ death explained.
Today marks day two of the ‘Novemdiales,’ a sacred nine-day mourning ritual following the funeral of the late pontiff.
Breaking centuries of tradition, Pope Francis requested a simple coffin and burial outside the Vatican walls.
Following the mourning period, the high-stakes Conclave will gather to select the next spiritual leader for over a billion Catholics.
Given Francis’s impactful reforms, the Church’s next pope could drastically shape the religion’s future course.
Yet, a chilling, ancient prophecy suggests humanity could be on the brink of something much, much darker.
1000-year-old prediction unveiled.
Known as the “Prophecy of the Popes,” this cryptic manuscript was allegedly discovered by monk Arnold Wyon in the 1590s.
Wyon claimed the list was written by Saint Malachy, an Irish archbishop who had sudden, intense visions of the future.
The prophecy eerily names 112 future popes using short, puzzling Latin phrases that seemed oddly accurate—at least, at first.
Strangely enough, the predictions align almost perfectly with history up until the point the prophecy was “discovered.”
Experts suggest this is because the prophecy may have been forged much later to make certain candidates seem “destined” for the papacy.
Historical sleuths believe Wyon possibly faked the prophecy to promote a friend’s papal ambitions—spoiler: it didn’t work.
Prophetic list confirmed.
Fast forward to now: Pope Francis is listed as the 112th and final pope according to the prophecy.
After Francis, the prophecy ominously falls silent—no 113th pope is mentioned.
The last entry describes “Peter the Roman,” a figure who will endure great tribulation before Rome itself is destroyed.
Chilling warning revealed.
The prophecy chillingly warns that “the dreadful judge will judge his people. The End.”
Yet Pope Francis’s real name was Jorge Mario Bergoglio, born in Argentina—not exactly Roman roots.
Papal historian Anura Guruge told Global News it’s “more than likely the entire thing is a forgery.”
Religious scholar Josh Canning pointed out that matching the mysterious sentences to real popes is “really reaching.”
Canning also said most Catholic scholars view the prophecy as “kind of a hoax”—a Renaissance-era con job.
Plans for Pop election clarified.
Despite ancient doom prophecies, the Church still needs to elect a new pope—and fast.
As the conclave approaches, the Catholic hierarchy is preparing for a pivotal decision that could redefine the faith.
In a locked Sistine Chapel, cardinals vote in secret, with ballots burned after each round—white smoke means they have a winner.
A new pope must secure a two-thirds majority, or the voting rounds continue until consensus is reached.
Top contenders include conservative and progressive figures, making the next choice one of the most ideologically charged in decades.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of the Philippines has been mentioned as a possible groundbreaking choice.
Whispers even hint at the slim chance of an American pope, a first in Catholic history.
The election will pit traditionalists against reformers, each determined to set the Church’s path.
Ancient prophecy sparks speculation.
With Pope Francis’s death aligning eerily with the final prophecy entry, social media has exploded with fear and speculation.
#ProphecyofthePopes is trending, with thousands of users theorizing about the impending end of days.
Despite the online frenzy, theologians insist there’s “nothing to worry about” and dismiss the prophecy as pure myth.
Prophecy or not, the Catholic Church must press forward—because no matter what the 1000-year-old scroll says, the world keeps turning.