I would like to pass on this interesting information to you in light of the fact that you stated that no where does the pope use the word "justified" in regard to condom use. In the second paragraph of an AP news release dated Nov. 25,which is titled "Pope's remarks on condoms sow widespread confusion," the following sentences can be found: "Days after the release of Pope Benedict XVI's comments that condoms can be justified to prevent the spread of HIV, there is widespread confusion about exactly what he was trying to say. The remarks have put some of the strictest defenders of church teachings in the awkward position of potentially disagreeing with the pontiff." He may not have used the word "justified" but justification of condom use was implied if not downright assumed. Papal pronouncements are very often open to interpretation to such a degree that even church officials can be confused by them. The sentence in the third paragraph of this AP news release reads, "Some bishops are even seeking clarification from the Vatican." This is in reference to his recent comments on condoms.
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I would like to pass on this interesting information to you in light of the fact that you stated that no where does the pope use the word "justified" in regard to condom use. In the second paragraph of an AP news release dated Nov. 25,which is titled "Pope's remarks on condoms sow widespread confusion," the following sentences can be found: "Days after the release of Pope Benedict XVI's comments that condoms can be justified to prevent the spread of HIV, there is widespread confusion about exactly what he was trying to say. The remarks have put some of the strictest defenders of church teachings in the awkward position of potentially disagreeing with the pontiff." He may not have used the word "justified" but justification of condom use was implied if not downright assumed. Papal pronouncements are very often open to interpretation to such a degree that even church officials can be confused by them. The sentence in the third paragraph of this AP news release reads, "Some bishops are even seeking clarification from the Vatican." This is in reference to his recent comments on condoms.
November 26, 2010 - 3:37pmThis Comment
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