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Why Did They Burn Ballots with Wet Straw? The Forgotten Rituals of the Conclave and Their Deep Spiritual Meaning

Introduction: A Mystery Shrouded in White Smoke The Conclave, that sacred assembly where cardinals elect the successor of Peter, is filled with timeless symbolism. Among its most fascinating—and now nearly forgotten—rituals is the burning of voting ballots with wet straw, an act that served not only a practical purpose but also …

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