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The Ordo Rituum Conclavis (Rites of the Conclave) is the official liturgical "prayer book" used by the College of Cardinals during the election of a new Pope. While the full 343-page editio typica (standard edition) published by the Office for Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff in 2000 is primarily a printed ritual book, you can find digital versions and official related documents through the following sources: Key Documents and Digital Access
Oaths and Formulas: The exact Latin wording for the Cardinals’ oath of secrecy and the questions asked of the newly elected Pope (e.g., "Do you accept?").
Papal Style: Some reviews note that how a new pope interacts with these rites—such as Pope Francis' choice of simpler attire during the Urbi et Orbi blessing—can signal the direction of a new pontificate. Ordo Rituum Conclavis Pdf
Liturgical Order: Liturgists view it as an essential tool for maintaining the "orderly, expeditious and proper functioning" of the election itself.
Myth 2: The PDF is entirely in Italian. Reality: The Ordo Rituum Conclavis is exclusively in Latin. Italian rubrics appear only in a parallel guide for the Swiss Guard and support staff. An authentic PDF will be 90% Latin. The Ordo Rituum Conclavis (Rites of the Conclave)
The version of the Ordo used in recent decades was promulgated by Pope John Paul II in 1996. It was revised and updated to address modern realities while preserving ancient traditions.
These rubrics are fascinating:
If you reference the document, use this standard format: