Why Doesn’t the Pope Settle More Issues? Papal Elections and Pius XII

“Why doesn’t the pope make more infallible statements and settle more issues?” This episode explores the complexities of papal authority and decision-making, while also addressing what factors are considered in electing a new pope, the reasons behind Pius XII’s suppression of liturgical octaves, and the intriguing question of why there has never been a Pope Peter II.

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Questions Covered:

• 21:47 - Why doesn’t the pope make more infallibile statements and settle more issues?
• 31:23 - What do they consider when electing a new pope?
• 35:40 - What was the reason for Pius XII to suppress so many liturgical octaves?
• 43:34 - Can you comment on Pope Pius XII’s position during WWII and why he wasn’t more vocal?
• 51:30 - Why has there never been a Pope Peter II?