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Expertise
Catholic dogma, especially as related to Scripture. I have a doctorate in biblical theology [University of St. Thomas, Rome].
Experience in the area
I have taught Catholic thought in grade and high schools, and in college and universities.
Organizations
Catholic Biblical Association
Publications
Catholic Biblical Quarterly, The Bible Today
Education/Credentials
Graduate degrees in theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University, in scripture from the Pontifical Biblical Institute, and a doctorate in theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas; all in Rome
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| michael | 11/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the help-I do appreciate it ..... |
| Gene | 10/26/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you. |
| Victoria | 10/26/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you Edward. Those bible passages are ..... |
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Recent Answers from Edward Bode
2009-11-07 What is grace?:
For a more complete look at justification, grace and merit, please check all the relevant paragraphs in the Catechism -- 1987-2027. To understand the message of scripture, one has to look at all relevant
2009-11-06 What is grace?:
There are two main types of grace: Sanctifying [habitual] -- The justified people share in the indwelling of God to make their souls holy and pleasing to God. Actual -- Special help from God to do what
2009-11-04 Communion:
For many centuries from mediaeval times in the Latin Rite, the practice of the laity receiving Holy Communion varied in regard to frequency. With the passing of time, receiving became more frequent.
2009-09-14 Marriage annullment:
I am not a moral theologian. However, from the facts that you related: as a Catholic, you need to have your planned marriage authorized by the Catholic Church; you need to investige the validity of the
2009-09-12 eternal damnation:
God wills that all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. See 1 Tim 2:4. So, whoever is saved [attains heaven] is saved by the work of Jesus, whether a person recognized that fact
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