The word "purgatory" cannot be found anywhere in the Bible. The term itself, which literally means to purge or cleanse, did not come into existence until around 1175 - 1225 A.D. …

Purgatory is defined in Catholic teaching as the state, place, or condition where the souls of those who die atone for their unforgiven sins and are purified. b According to the Catechism of the …

This writing describes, in graphic detail, his supposed "travels" through the realms of Purgatory, Hell and others, each of which is comprised of nine parts or sections.

Aug 1, 2015 · What Happens After Death? “I thought there were three places a person could go at death: heaven, hell, or purgatory. I knew I wasn’t good enough for heaven or bad enough for …

On what is the teaching of purgatory based? After reviewing what Catholic writers have said regarding such texts as 2 Maccabees 12:39-45, Matthew 12:32, and 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, …

Does an ever-burning Hell really exist in the Bible? How will God judge all those who do not repent of their sins?

Meaning of Numbers: The Number 666 The meaning of the number 666 is derived primarily from the mark of the Beast Power discussed in the book of Revelation. This sequence of three 6's …

Death is a universal problem. Where are the dead? What is the condition of the dead? Is there any hope for those who die? Read the Bible’s comforting answers.

Assumptions One of the primary assumptions regarding visions of the Virgin Mary is that those who have died are not actually dead, but rather live on as immortal souls in either heaven or …

Indeed, when Lazarus died, Jesus Christ did not say that he was in purgatory, Limbo, or any other “intermediate state.” Rather, Jesus simply said: “Lazarus has fallen asleep.” (John 11:11, New …