Lecture

The papal election: Development and significance of a worldwide event

23.04.2025|14:58 Uhr

The School of Humanities and Cultural Studies at the University of Wuppertal cordially invites you to a current lecture entitled "Die Papstwahl. Origin and historical change". The occasion is the death of Pope Francis last Monday and the upcoming election of his successor, an event of worldwide significance.

In St Peter's Basilica in Rome, the faithful will be able to bid farewell to Pope Francis over the next few days. // Photo Colourbox

The lecture will take place on Tuesday, 29 April at 6 p.m. in lecture hall 32 on the Grifflenberg campus. The focus will be on the historical developments of the conclave, its theological and political dimensions and the significance of the papal election in an increasingly globalised world.

The event is aimed at all interested parties and will be followed by a discussion. Registration is not required.