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#12130 Could Hobbits or Vulcans Become Catholic Priests? - Jimmy Akin

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If intelligent alien or fictional species like Vulcans or Hobbits existed, could they be ordained as priests? We dive into this speculative theology question and also explore Marian devotion, dowsing, near-death experiences, and papal infallibility.

Questions Covered: 

  • 02:59 – Would other intelligent creatures (like hobbits or vulcans) become priests?
  • 08:29 – Could a Catholic holding all that the Church teaches on Mary believe that she’s overemphasized?
  • 12:03 – What are the “living waters” discussed in John 4?
  • 15:32 – I’ve seen your videos on dowsing. Is dowsing for future events permissible, or is it considered divination?
  • 24:55 – Can a consecration be valid if one item is defective?
  • 30:58 – Why do most people who have Near-Death Experiences that are not religious or mention Jesus?
  • 36:01 – How do you meditate on the rosary while saying the vocal prayers?
  • 40:21 – When Jesus talks about “a divided kingdom” and the demons, what is he talking about?
  • 46:20 – If the pope were to make a definitive statement, could half of it be infallible and the other half be fallible?
  • 51:44 – What are the limitations of a bishop over the liturgical functions of a diocese?
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