0
What is the term for the popes teaching on matters of faith and morals?
Wiki User
∙ 11y ago
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Did the doctrine of papel infallibility mean that all popes are perfect and sinless people?
No, popes are only infallible when speaking ex cathedra on matters of faith and morals. In all other matters they are no different from any other human.
Is the Catechism of the Council of Trent infallible?
Yes, the Catechism of the Council of Trent, also known as the Roman Catechism, is considered authoritative and reliable teaching by the Catholic Church, but it is not considered infallible in the same way that papal or conciliar pronouncements are. It does provide a comprehensive and orthodox presentation of Catholic doctrine.
Were there evil popes?
yes, unfortunately there were some popes who were morally corrupt. but not in matters of faith and doctrine.Yes, definitely. As an example, do some reading on "Inquisition", which was carried out by the Catholic Church, under several popes.
Did Popes fight in the Middle Ages?
Yes, they had many differences on matters of authority and doctrine. Some Popes were even excommunicated by Church Synods (or Councils) and other rival Popes were elected in their place, called Ante-Popes.
Who said that the popes are superior to all human rulers in matters relating to God?
Gelasius
How many prophets been martyred?
The first 16 popes were martyred for their faith.
Can a Catholic who trully believs in the popes teaching get salvation?
If they believe that the pope is teaching them that Jesus Christ is the way to salvation then yesIf you are asking if the pope is an agent of salvation then the answer is no.
Which event of the age of faith was most important to the church?
The problems of the church and the fights between the Popes and Kings of assigning bishops. Also the crusades.
What is one belief Luther held that diffred from church reformation?
He believed Christians should be saved through faith and popes lacked this authority.
What do the popes do to elect a new pope?
Popes do not elect popes. Popes are elected by the cardinal electors.
Can a women validly be ordained a priest if she is ordained by a bishop?
No. It is literally impossible for a woman to be ordained, these has been the constant teaching of the Church and has been reiterated by the most recent popes. Thus it is an infallible teaching and no future pope could reverse it.
Are most popes former diocesan priests?
The majority of popes started as priests. However, it is not a requirement. Any male Catholic can be chosen. Pope Benedict XVI had virtually no experience as a diocesan priest as he spent most of his time in academics - teaching in universities - and was promoted directly from there to archbishop.
