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The name Lucifer is often used in popular culture, with even a mainstream TV show taking the name. Yet, the origin of the name is complex and has developed over the centuries. Lucifer is a Latin word that means “light bearer” and was originally the name for the planet Venus, known as the “morning star.” …
So, you’ve decided to make an extra effort and finally read the Bible. Perhaps you have an old family Bible in the house, but you feel like you need a fresh copy, a better translation, something you can read and understand. You take a trip to the local Barnes and Noble or a Catholic bookstore, and the …
What Is the Best Translation of the Bible for Catholics? Read More »
Dante Alighieri’s depiction of the afterlife has inspired generations of readers since the Divine Comedy was first published in 1472. In the 14,233 verses of this poem, Dante envisions a trip to the afterlife, guided first by the Roman poet Virgil, who leads him through Hell and Purgatory, and then by his beloved Beatrice, who leads him …
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In the the first three Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, it is narrated that after Jesus is nailed to the cross, the soldiers “placed over his head the written charge against him: This is Jesus, the King of the Jews” (Matthew 27:37). The Gospel of John expands on this particular part of the Passion …
The angelic world is very mysterious and can be confusing to us humans. We typically don’t see angels with our eyes, though many biblical characters are recorded as having visions of them in bodily form. In particular, many ask, “How many archangels are in the Bible?” The Bible only gives names to three spirits who …
As outlined in a recent article about the realistic “looks” of Jesus, much of what we know about Jesus’ looks is a product of artistic convention. Since Scripture does not provide a description of what Christ looked like, painters and mosaic-makers would often resort to the artistic canons of their time to create a visual image of the …
Some might be surprised, perhaps even scandalized, to find an inverted cross in a church. Movie franchises and TV shows have featured the Cross of Saint Peter —an inverted Latin Cross— as a symbol representing either Satan or the Antichrist. Because of this, it has been popularly —and mistakenly— considered a symbol of evil. But that is far …
Is the Story of Saint Peter’s Crucifixion Upside Down True? Read More »
An Oklahoma man is speaking out about the electrical accident he says killed him – twice. “I just saw Jesus,” Micah Calloway said. “I just saw Jesus, mom, and dad.’ It’s the first thing that came out of my mouth.” It’s been nearly two years since the accident that changed Micah Calloway’s life. “I went into …
“I Saw Jesus,” Oklahoma Man Recalls Near-Death Electrical Accident Read More »
No. Catholics don’t believe Mary must be worshipped. It would be against what Mary stood for. (John 2:5) Catholics as imitators of their Saviour Jesus Christ follow the examples of Jesus who obeyed His heavenly Father and earthly mother. (Ephesians 5:1, 1 Corinthians 11:1, Matthew 15:4, Mark 7:10, Ephesians 6:2) Catholics honour or respect Mary …
A critique of an article by David J. Stewart of Jesus Is Savior Ministries entitled “God Hates Vain Repetitions”. The chanting of the Roman Catholic Rosary is VAIN REPETITION!!! It is exactly what God hates. God is not impressed with such empty and meaningless prayers. Some Catholics try to justify vain repetitious prayers with Scriptures such as Matthew 26:44, “And …
