William Hemsworth-The Bible Catholic
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Within the blessed Trinity the three persons of the Godhead are distinct but united in nature. Throughout history many have tried to explain the Trinity in various ways. For example, St. Patrick used the very popular description of the three-leaf clover. In the earliest days of the church a theologian by the name of Tertullian... Continue Reading →
The Trinity is a mystery that is dogma and must be believed for one to call themselves a Christian. This is a leap of faith, because though we know it is true, we are not able to understand everything about it. Do we need to understand everything about it in order to believe? Some would... Continue Reading →
If the Trinity is not able to be fully known is it worth trying to understand? We would not be doing our duty as Christians if we did not try to do so.
Throughout history there have been many attempts made to understand the Trinity. Some of these attempts were good and helped us advance our knowledge of the divine, but some fell to heresy in an effort to explain. Yes, the Trinity is a plurality of persons, but this does not contradict divine Oneness. The three persons... Continue Reading →
The Trinity is a complex subject, and at times is very misunderstood. Some try to rationalize and fall into error by declaring a type Tritheism, or even Modalism. However, the persons of the Trinity are three persons of one essence. The Trinitarian Godhead is made up of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and all... Continue Reading →
In the early church many were attempting to understand the divinity of Christ, and in extension the Holy Trinity. Today, we have the benefit of the Church correcting false ideas. However, when these ideas were formulated there was not a dogmatic decree regarding the Trinity though the dogma had been taught in the earliest days... Continue Reading →
When discussing the Trinity, we can see that the three persons are of the same essence and One God. In the Nicean creed we profess that the Holy Spirit proceeds from the Father and the Son. This mission of divine persons can be seen directly in their processions. Through this mission of procession, we can... Continue Reading →
The Orthodox and Catholic churches are the oldest in Christendom. They have many things in common, and there are some things that are disagreed on. The churches both have valid Apostolic Succession and valid sacraments. In fact, both observe the seven sacraments instituted by Christ, and carried on by the Apostles. A couple items that... Continue Reading →
When it comes to the concept of relation there is some clarification that must first take place. To the everyday person, relation means someone to whom you are related. At the base level this is correct, but philosophically it goes a little deeper. This is especially true when discussing relations in connection with the Trinity. ... Continue Reading →
The Trinity is a mystery that is dogma and must be believed for one to call themselves a Christian. This is a leap of faith, because though we know it is true, we are not able to understand everything about it. Do we need to understand everything about it in order to believe? Some would... Continue Reading →
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