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The perpetual virginity of Mary — the teaching that Mary remained a virgin before, during, and after the birth of Jesus — is one of the oldest and most consistently held beliefs in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity.
The perpetual virginity of Mary — the teaching that Mary remained a virgin before, during, and after the birth of Jesus — is one of the oldest and most consistently held beliefs in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity.
Faith is integral to human understanding, influencing science and religion by shaping how we interpret reality, from trusting historical records and scientific principles to exploring spiritual beliefs. This article will cover the reasoning for faith in the supernatural.
The true purpose of religion is not ethics but reconciliation — healing the severed relationship between Creator and creature. Only one religion offers God's descent to man rather than man's attempt to ascend to God.
Catholicism is not just one denomination among many, nor is it merely a system of tradition and ritual. It is the original Church founded by Jesus Christ, safeguarded for two thousand years, and offered to the world as the one true path to union with God.
A liturgical exclamation of praise to God, meaning 'Praise the Lord.'
Alleluia (from the Hebrew Hallelu-Yah) is the Church's great song of joy, especially associated with the Resurrection and the Easter season (CCC 1096). It is the 'song of the redeemed' who praise God for His victory over death.
In the Mass, the Alleluia is sung before the Gospel to welcome and greet the Lord who is about to speak (CCC 1154). It is omitted during the season of Lent as a sign of penance and preparation (CCC 1096).
Do we say Alleluia in heaven? The Book of Revelation describes the great multitude in heaven singing 'Alleluia!' as they worship God on His throne (Revelation 19).
May the Lord bless you and keep you.
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