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Is it true that priestly celibacy is a doctrine of the Roman Catholic Church?
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∙ 13y ago
No. Priestly celibacy is a discipline of the Catholic Church, not a doctrine. There are married Catholic priests. More information below:
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Do catholic reverends takes the chastity or celibacy vow?
Catholic priests in the Latin Rite of the Church take promises of celibacy.
Can the Roman Catholic Church be petitioned to amend celibacy?
Or, just become Byzantine Catholic rite where married priests are permitted (marry before priestly vows). I think some other Eastern Catholic rites permit it, too, but I'm not sure.
In the Council of Trent were the priest allowed to marry?
No, the requirement of celibacy in the Western Christian Church was required by time of the Lateran Council in 1215, though the practice was instituted in various areas beforehand. An interesting thing about celibacy in Catholic orders is that it is considered a discipline, not a doctrine or dogma, so it is possible that there may be a time when celibacy will no longer be required. Already, there are married Catholic priests in the church's Eastern rites, as well as fomer Anglican and other Protestant ministers who have received permission to be ordained as Roman Catholic priests, though married and with families. Time will tell.
What has the author Roman Cholij written?
Roman Cholij has written: 'Theodore the Stoudite' 'Clerical celibacy in East and West' -- subject(s): Catholic Church, Celibacy, Clergy, Orthodox Eastern Church
Priests in the Roman Catholic Church must take a vow of celibacy What is the purpose of this law?
To devote themselvs to the church and not to women.
What was important in defining catholic church doctrine?
The church council was, and still is, important in defining church doctrine. Various church councils make rules and discuss doctrine changes and interpretations for the lay public.
What was especially important in defining Catholic Church doctrine?
The church council was, and still is, important in defining church doctrine. Various church councils make rules and discuss doctrine changes and interpretations for the lay public.
What is the basic composition of catholic belief?
A Doctrine. A Dogma is a teaching of the Catholic Church that we MUST believe.
Did Saint Catherine of Siena change Catholic doctrine?
No, Catherine changed no doctrines of the Catholic Church.
What was the purpose of the 1546 Council of Trent to formulate an official Catholic Church response to Protestant charges of priestly corruption and theological deviation?
The purpose of the 1546 Council of Trent was to address the theological challenges posed by the Protestant Reformation, reaffirm the teachings of the Catholic Church, and initiate reforms to combat corruption within the clergy. The council clarified Catholic doctrine on key issues and sought to strengthen the unity and authority of the Church in the face of growing Protestant influence.
Does the Roman Catholic Church require ashes to be buried in a consecrated cemetery?
The roman catholic church does not require ashes to be buried in a consecrated cemetery because is not according to the doctrine of the Catholic church.
When did the Catholic Church preclude married priests?
Right from the beginning, it was a decision of the Apostles to do so. ANSWER: Priestly celibacy became church law in the 6th century. Before that time, priests freely and commonly married. Even St. Peter was married, but it is thought that he eventually became a widower, or perhaps left his wife at some point in his ministry.
