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Plagues: What We Can Learn from the Bible | Fr. Anthony Giambrone, O.P.

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Biblical Perspectives on Plagues

This chapter explores the biblical narrative around plagues, focusing on the triad of death, famine, and plague as prophetic evils with connections to war. It draws parallels between biblical texts and historical events such as the Spanish flu, highlighting the devastating impact of severe contagions. The discussion touches on themes of divine punishment, sin, and the intersection of religious beliefs and scientific understanding in the context of plagues like COVID-19.

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