In the first episode of The Professors Exam, we explore the history and controversy surrounding papal resignations. Pope Celestine V resigned in 1294 and returned to monastic life with no papal garments. Benedict XVI resigned in 2013 but continued wearing white and stated he remained pope “in the ontological sense.” His explanation was that black cassocks were not available in Rome. What does history tell us about these two resignations, and what questions do they raise? Watch the full episode now on Pelican+. #PelicanPlus #TheProfessorsExam #CatholicHistory #ChurchHistory #PapalResignation #BenedictXVI #CelestineV #CatholicFaith