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The Development of the Concept of Purgatory: Origins, Theology, and Evolution

Posted on August 1, 2025August 1, 2025 By Stephen Bedard No Comments on The Development of the Concept of Purgatory: Origins, Theology, and Evolution
The Development of the Concept of Purgatory: Origins, Theology, and Evolution
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The concept of purgatory is one of the more distinctive and complex doctrines in Christian theology, particularly within Roman Catholicism. It is not explicitly described in the Bible, but rather developed over centuries through theological reflection, liturgical practice, and ecclesiastical teaching. This blog post explores what purgatory means, how it originated, which biblical and theological sources it … Read More “The Development of the Concept of Purgatory: Origins, Theology, and Evolution” »

Episode 76 – The Roman Empire in the Fourth Century

Episode 76 – The Roman Empire in the Fourth Century

The fourth century was a century of great change for the church. It was equally so for the Roman Empire. In fact, from this century onward it would be difficult to separate the history of Rome from the history of the church. In this episode, we look at the major events of the fourth century ... Read More "Episode 76 – The Roman Empire in the Fourth Century" »

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