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According to Christian belief, what is purgatory?
According to Christian belief, what is purgatory?
- A state of non-existence after death
- A temporary place for rest and reflection
- A place where souls undergo purification before entering heaven (correct)
- A place of eternal damnation for sinners
What is the purpose of prayers for the deceased in purgatory according to the text?
What is the purpose of prayers for the deceased in purgatory according to the text?
- To grant the deceased a peaceful afterlife
- To help the souls in purgatory move onto heaven sooner (correct)
- To ensure the souls remain in purgatory until judgment day
- To absolve the deceased from all sins
Is the concept of purgatory explicitly mentioned in the Bible?
Is the concept of purgatory explicitly mentioned in the Bible?
- The concept of purgatory is mentioned in some verses but not explicitly defined
- Yes, the concept of purgatory is clearly described in the Bible
- No, the concept of purgatory is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible (correct)
- Purgatory is a concept that was added to Christian belief much later
