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Cardinal David's reminder: Conclave not a political contest
Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David stressed that the election of a pope is a spiritual discernment, not a political contest, urging Catholics to trust in the Holy Spirit and the College of Cardinals.
He emphasized the conclave is a sacred moment guided by prayer and humility, not by popularity or strategy, cautioning against campaign videos that risk worldly spectacle.
David compared the conclave to a 'poll with no bets,' contrasting it with entertainment and money-driven elections.
He will join Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula and Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle as the three Filipino cardinals eligible to vote in the upcoming papal conclave.
This will be David's first conclave, having been elevated to the cardinalate in December 2024.
Instead of supporting through videos, David suggested praying for the electors and fasting from speculation while feasting on hope for a new shepherd.
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