Both Saint Malachy and Nostradamus have made alarming predictions regarding the papacy.

While millions of Catholics around the world continue to celebrate the election of a brand new pope, certain theologians reportedly fear that a 450-year-old prophecy is secretly looming over the religious festivities.

On May 7, Rome’s College of Cardinals announced a swift conclusion to the latest conclave, which kicked off on Monday following the passing of 88-year-old former leader Pope Francis on Easter Monday (April 21).