Gotta say, this is the first time I've ever encountered this word "equipollent." Am I wrong that it basically describes the ordinary canonization process of the Church prior to the increased formalization of the process in the last few centuries (maybe after Trent)? The requirements of miracles and such is part of this relatively recent …
Gotta say, this is the first time I've ever encountered this word "equipollent." Am I wrong that it basically describes the ordinary canonization process of the Church prior to the increased formalization of the process in the last few centuries (maybe after Trent)? The requirements of miracles and such is part of this relatively recent formalization.
Back in the day, being a martyr for the faith was sufficient, and such was the model of canonized sainthood. Gradually, public acclamation or official recognition of sanctity while still in this world was sufficient (e.g. Augustine, Aquinas, et al.). If I'm right, then what seems exceptional to us today has really been more the norm of the Church historically.
So... more evidence of Pope Francis' traditional leanings. *rimshot*
Gotta say, this is the first time I've ever encountered this word "equipollent." Am I wrong that it basically describes the ordinary canonization process of the Church prior to the increased formalization of the process in the last few centuries (maybe after Trent)? The requirements of miracles and such is part of this relatively recent formalization.
Back in the day, being a martyr for the faith was sufficient, and such was the model of canonized sainthood. Gradually, public acclamation or official recognition of sanctity while still in this world was sufficient (e.g. Augustine, Aquinas, et al.). If I'm right, then what seems exceptional to us today has really been more the norm of the Church historically.
So... more evidence of Pope Francis' traditional leanings. *rimshot*