The prophecy is a list of Latin verses predicting each of the Roman Catholic popes from Pope Celestine II to the final pope, Peter the Roman, whose reign would end in the destruction of Rome.
Definition of VAINGLORY. 1. : excessive or ostentatious pride especially in one's achievements. 2. : vain display or show: vanity.
pilÂ·loÂ·ry. Use pillory in a sentence. pl. -Â·ries. a device consisting of a wooden board with holes for the head and hands, in which petty offenders were formerly locked and exposed to public scorn. any exposure to public scorn, etc.