41 Best Catholic Questions and Answers (Q&A) - ProProfs Discuss

What is the name of a small bowl that is given to a priest to wash his hands during the liturgy of the Eucharist?

N. Kingsley, Writer
Answered: Sep 20, 2018

The answer to this is The finger bowl. There are a lot of items that the priest uses during the mass that people may not be familiar to by name. They all have different meanings and significance....Read More

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What is the magnificant in catholic religion?

Magkids
Answered: Nov 16, 2017

The prayer is not the Magnificant, but the Magnificat or the canticle of Mary.

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What does Scientia Maxime cum Virtute mean?

T. Moore, Writer
Answered: Jan 03, 2019

The answer to this is Knowledge is Best with Virtue. There are a lot of people who have a lot of knowledge about different things. Even with the knowledge that they have learned. Knowledge is...Read More

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Is it not a sin to desire to do good in order to gain the respect or esteem of others?

H. Jones, Web Content Writer
Answered: Aug 13, 2019

The correct answer to this question is False. Doing good to gain respect or esteem from others is a sin. It is considered pride, and pride is regarded as the deadliest of all sins. Pride receives...Read More

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What is the black/red/white vestment worn by altar servers and priests?

John Adney
Answered: Oct 23, 2017

There is another possible answer. It is the cassock. Cassock has also the same color worn by the priest, deacons, altar servers, and also choirs (if possible)

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What does the term Doctor of the Church mean?

H. Jones, Web Content Writer
Answered: Aug 14, 2019

The correct answer to this question is A Saint whose writings have provided great learning to the Church. The writings that the Doctors of the Church provide are seen to be able to be used in any...Read More

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What is the theme of the first three Sundays in Catholic religion?

John Smith
Answered: Nov 05, 2024

Repentance

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Why does the Catholic Church use the colour red in eccliastical vestments at certain times of the year?

A. Daniels, Professor
Answered: Aug 13, 2019

During the liturgical year, priests will be seen wearing different colored vestments. The color is based upon the season, along with what the Mass is celebrating at that time. Red is one of those...Read More

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What is a purgatory?

A. Daniels, Professor
Answered: Aug 13, 2019

Purgatory is a belief of some Christians. Not all believe them, but the ones that do have a strong opinion about it. Purgatory is thought to be a place for those that died with grace but didn't...Read More

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Why doesn't The Church allow women to the priesthood today?

M. Kennedy, Web Content Writer
Answered: Jun 28, 2018

There are a lot of traditions of the Catholic church that they do not see themselves changing at the present time. According to the Bible, the church was established by Jesus who only ordained...Read More

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Does a soldier who kills an enemy who is attacking him have committed a mortal sin?

H. Jones, Web Content Writer
Answered: Aug 13, 2019

The correct answer to this question is False. Murder is a mortal sin when one does it voluntarily with no reasoning other than the point of wanting to kill them. In the example provided, the...Read More

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Is Catholicism a false religion?

C.Kevin
Answered: Nov 26, 2017

No, Catholicism is not a false religion and yes, Catholics are saved. But really, it doesn't matter if you're Catholic or not, it always depends on the actions of the person throughout their...Read More

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Who was the father of John the Baptist?

H. Jones, Web Content Writer
Answered: Aug 13, 2019

The correct answer to this question is Zachary. His name could also be spelled, Zechariah or Zachariah. Information on him can be found in the Gospel of Luke in the Bible. Zachariah was a priest....Read More

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What does the choir represent in the liturgical language and architecture of the Church?

John Smith
Answered: Nov 05, 2024

With the high altar, the choir represents the head of our divine redeemer.-in church achitecture, if you were to superimpose the body of jesus onto a diagram of the church, the head of christ fits...Read More

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What is a deacon?

D. Loukas, Maths Professor
Answered: Oct 04, 2019

Deacons are titles for religious officials in the Christian Church. There are many other religious officials in the church, including Bishops and Priest. Deacons come after these people. To...Read More

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