How the papal conclave works, and other questions about the papacy
Catholic Symbols and Traditions
Why does the Pope wear white?
Small ‘t’ tradition holds that it was was Pope Pius V who started the tradition of the white Cassock
What’s the proper term for “pope hat”?
The distinctive “pope hat” is actually one type of mitre. A mitre is a tall, pointed ceremonial headpiece worn by bishops, cardinals and the pope. Others who wear a mitre (such as some abbots) must have special papal permission. The term mitre comes from a Greek word (mitra) meaning “headband.” Although the exact history of [...]
