Peace returns to Europe when the “white flower” lily, French monarchy regains the throne of France. During this time, weapons are forbidden, iron is used only for tools, land is extremely productive. Many Jews, heathens, and heretics join the Church. This age of peace and flourishing follows the period of catastrophe and signals a widespread spiritual renewal.
After the Monarch’s death, the sceptre falls and all justice will cease; the world enters a corrupt and evil age, true children of God persecuted by hateful means. Few men remain, and women seek husbands to remove disgrace. Christians will endure tribulation before Antichrist arrives and the last days begin. Jerusalem will be washed in the blood of martyrs and the remnant will hold firm to the faith.
Attributed vision of a long list of future popes, each described in a brief Latin motto, allegedly presented to Pope Innocent II. The series is said to predict the main features of each pope until the last days, including anti-popes. Scholars debate authenticity; the prophecies appeared publicly in 1590.
The final line warns of “Petrus Romanus” Peter the Roman, who will “pasture his sheep in many tribulations.” After his reign, Rome will be destroyed and the dreadful Judge will judge his people. Traditionally interpreted as a prophecy concerning the persecution of the Church and the approach of the last days, not necessarily the literal last pope.
Foretold persecution of the Church, a period of tribulation, and that, after prayers and sacrifice, England and much of Europe would repent and see Christian renewal.
Predicted that a faithful remnant would maintain true faith through hard times, and that God would raise protector saints for His Church.
Foresees a future time when princes and peoples will reject papal authority, Church property will be secularized, and priests persecuted. Many heretics will preach undisturbed; Christians will doubt their faith, and after clergy adopt simplicity, conditions gradually improve. All this will lead to the coming of Antichrist, who appears after the death of the Monarch and brings persecution of the faithful in the last days.
Predicts a line of angelic popes succeeding the Angelic Pontiff, each working miracles, confirming his reforms, and leading the Church in continued unity and virtue during the time of peace.
Foresees that after their death, chaos and the rise of Antichrist will follow, ending the peaceful era.
Prophesies a remarkable pope, “Angelic Pontiff,” full of holiness and miracles, who will restore the Church, reunite East and West, recover Jerusalem, crush heresy and division, and lead the world into one faith and spiritual prosperity.