Roman Catholics

Definition

Philaret’s 1620 Council debated whether Roman Catholics and Uniates should be received by baptism, anointing/chrismation, or repentance; the material records a strict Moscow conservative stance.

Episodes

  • Jesuit Activity And Interconfessional Policy
  • Reception Of Heretics And Converts

Biblical References

  • Psalm 6 (Sixth Psalm) — For the music director, to be accompanied by stringed instruments, according to the sheminith style; a psalm of David. Lord, do not rebuke me in your anger. Do not discipline me in your raging fury. Have mercy on me, Lor
  • John 18:36 — Jesus replied, “My kingdom is not from this world. If my kingdom were from this world, my servants would be fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jewish authorities. But as it is, my kingdom is not from here.