St. Anthony's Tongue Purgatory & The Veil of the Soul: Catholic Mystics and the Real Teachings of Purgatory
Nov 4, 2025
Purgatory is redefined from punishment to a transformative purification process. The discussion dives into the Church's teachings, emphasizing its merciful nature and the role of divine love. Insights from saints like St. Catherine of Genoa and St. John of the Cross shape our understanding of purgatorial experiences. Unique visions of purgatory are explored, influenced by cultural contexts. The podcast emphasizes the power of prayer for the dead and the interconnectedness of grace between the living and the departed.
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Purgatory As Purification, Not Punishment
- Purgatory is a real, temporary state of purification after death affirmed by the magisterium.
- Its purpose is sanctification so souls become capable of perfect love, not punishment.
Pray—Don’t Literalize Private Visions
- Pray for souls in purgatory because private revelations aim to encourage that practice.
- Treat visions as symbolic aids that call you to intercede, not as required doctrine.
Purgatory In Light Of Theosis
- Theosis explains why a soul cannot immediately behold God's full presence after death.
- Purgatory completes theosis by remaking the soul to endure and participate in divine light.
