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Why do we pray for the dead?
Fr. Matthias Shehad explains the reasons behind praying for the dead, emphasizing that prayer has a real effect and is not merely a sentiment. He clarifies that the departed are alive in a different way, referencing Christ’s teaching that God is the God of the living, not the dead. Fr. Matthias discusses how prayer for the departed brings comfort and consolation, both to those who have passed and to the families left behind. He explores the biblical foundation for praying for the dead, mentioning that even St. Paul prayed for the departed. Fr. Matthias highlights that prayer can transcend…
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