Catholic Answers Live #12389 Can Souls in Purgatory Know Their Fate? - Jimmy Akin
Sep 26, 2025
Join Jimmy Akin, a senior apologist and host, as he dives into intriguing theological questions. Can souls in purgatory know their fate? Jimmy explains that they are assured of salvation but might experience initial confusion post-death. He also discusses the authenticity of the Greek New Testament and how its style can affirm its credibility. Plus, learn the intricacies of Catholic marriage law and the defense of Mary’s immaculate conception, drawing from Scripture and tradition.
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Koine Is Its Own Dialect
- Koine Greek differs fundamentally from Homeric Greek and reflects a later, common dialect shaped by many regions.
- Jimmy Akin explains you cannot judge New Testament Greek by classical standards because languages and dialects evolve.
Different Gospel Styles Matter
- Different New Testament authors use different Greek styles and Luke's style is more prestigious than Mark's.
- Mark's raw, repetitive Greek (e.g., frequent 'euthus') can signal urgency and authenticity rather than poor authorship.
Argue Authenticity By Emphasizing Urgency
- Reframe claims about Mark's Greek from 'it's so bad it must be true' to 'its raw power and sincerity persuaded me.'
- Argue authenticity by emphasizing urgency and conviction in the text, not literary inferiority.
