Catholic Answers Live #12437 What Makes a Great Exorcist? - Tom Nash
Oct 30, 2025
In this engaging discussion, theologian Tom Nash shares insights on what makes a great exorcist, emphasizing qualities like obedience and humility, drawing on examples such as Padre Pio and St. John Vianney. He addresses intriguing questions about the validity of remarriage for divorced individuals and explores why Michael the Archangel is recognized as a saint. Tom also offers practical advice on protecting oneself from spiritual forces and clarifies the qualifications for godparents, ensuring a rich exploration of Catholic teachings.
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Simple Answer To 'Greatest Exorcist'
- Do answer simply: the greatest exorcist ever is Jesus Christ, who models how exorcists should act.
- Use that model to form priests in humility, obedience, and authoritative prayer.
Christ As The Exorcist Model
- Jesus is the model exorcist, not merely because of omnipotence but because he teaches the disposition priests must adopt.
- Meekness, humility, obedience, and making commands rather than arguing define effective exorcism according to Tom Nash.
Cultivate the Right Disposition
- Do cultivate meekness, humility, obedience, and childlike docility if preparing for ministry in spiritual warfare.
- Avoid intellectual curiosity and debating the devil; make authoritative commands in prayer and ministry.
