In Roman Catholicism, purgatory is a temporary state of suffering and purification for believers who die in a state of sin. All those in purgatory will eventually go to heaven. This doctrine is generally not shared by other branches of Christianity.
Purgatory
Purgatory
Article Info
| Article Title | Purgatory |
|---|---|
| Date Published |
April 24, 2015
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| Last Updated |
August 30, 2024
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| Full URL |
https::///purgatory
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| Short URL | https://rlft.co/1524 |
| MLA Citation | “Purgatory.” ReligionFacts. 24 Apr 2015, https::///purgatory. Accessed 3 Nov 2025. |
| Embed Link | <a href="https::///purgatory">Purgatory</a> — ReligionFacts |