Where Does Purgatory Come From?

• Purgatory comes from the Latin word “purgare,” which means to make clean, to purify.
• The doctrine of purgatory is based largely on Catholic tradition and was formulated into a cohesive doctrine of the church at the Councils of Florence and Trent.
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• The doctrine of purgatory comes from the times of the Old Testament.
• Has been part of this faith since the time of christ.

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