In 1292, after more than two years of trying, the Catholic Cardinals still found themselves unable to agree on the selection of a new Pope. Two years earlier, Nicholas IV had died and the Cardinals had met to choose a successor. Unity, however, proved elusive, and the process dragged out for two years. Finally, in frustration, a hermit of holy reputation, Pietro da Morrone, sent the Cardinals a letter warning of divine vengeance if they failed to act and to speedily choose a successor.
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For Pope Benedict, In Appreciation
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In 1292, after more than two years of trying, the Catholic Cardinals still found themselves unable to agree on the selection of a new Pope. Two years earlier, Nicholas IV had died and the Cardinals had met to choose a successor. Unity, however, proved elusive, and the process dragged out for two years. Finally, in frustration, a hermit of holy reputation, Pietro da Morrone, sent the Cardinals a letter warning of divine vengeance if they failed to act and to speedily choose a successor.