![]() ![]() As, however, the manifestation of hidden present mysteries or past events comes under revelation, we have here to understand by prophecy what is in its strict and proper sense, namely the revelation of future events.Paul, speaking of prophecy in 1 Corinthians 14, does not confine its meaning to predictions of future events, but includes under it Divine inspirations concerning what is secret, whether future or not. Understood in its strict sense, it means the foreknowledge of future events, though it may sometimes apply to past events of which there is no memory, and to present hidden things which cannot be known by the natural light of reason.As the term is used in mystical theology, it applies both to the prophecies of canonical Scripture and to private prophecies.The following explanations were taken verbatim from the New Advent website: 1 So in order to start on the right footing, it would be wise and salutary to inform ourselves with what the Church has to say about this topic.įor our enlightenment, let us refer to the Catholic Encyclopedia for some guidelines regarding prophecies. What does the Catholic Church say regarding prophecies? And with regard to this subject, separating the chaff from the wheat is indeed a daunting task. A lot has been written about the intriguing prophecy of the three days of darkness but one needs to sift through them carefully lest one succumbs to exaggerated and sensational ideas and, more importantly, to serious doctrinal errors.
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