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Why are priests commonly called "Father" despite the Bible advising otherwise?

Question #151894. Asked by Thesuperyoshi.
Last updated Dec 30 2024.
Originally posted Dec 29 2024 11:17 AM.

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When Catholics call priests "Father," they are not contradicting Jesus' teaching in Matthew 23:9 but following biblical and historical tradition. The term recognizes the priest's role in leading the faithful to God, much like Paul described himself as a spiritual father to the Corinthians.

link https://catholicsay.com/why-do-catholics-call-priests-father-when-jesus-said-not-to-in-matthew-239/




Response last updated by gtho4 on Dec 30 2024.
Dec 29 2024, 2:16 PM
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