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not even the Apostles were infallible, but only those things which they spoke and wrote by inspiration of the Holy Ghost, which have been preserved for us in Holy Scripture.

Right on! I see we're really not arguing the main point about Peter. You seem to understand perfectly.

Well, if I'm understanding perfectly, you must not be, because the Popes do NOTHING by the direct inspiration of the Spirit.

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Sir, perhaps we're not connecting because we have two differing definitions of "private." For instance, Pope John Paul expressed certain "private" beliefs in his book, Crossing The Threshold Of Hope. And as you know, the book went on to be published and became an instant best seller, so in a sense, his beliefs were publicized.

Perhaps you missed the point I made earlier that the Pope is considered inerrant when he addresses the church in an official capacity and renders judgements of doctrinal and administrative matters. None of Peter's recorded indescretions fits this criteria.

I've heard this innumerable times but I'm afraid I've never seen it expounded in any satisfactory way. When is it considered "official"?

Last edited by CovenantInBlood; Thu Oct 21, 2004 11:27 PM.
Kyle

I tell you, this man went down to his house justified.