purgatory

Meanings

• noun

  A state of suffering or purification after death, according to some religious beliefs.

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Rhymes

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mortuary , hortatory , sanctuary

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Variants

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purgatories , purgatory

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Etymology

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From Latin purgatorium, from purgare ‘cleanse’

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1. The concept of purgatory has been a subject of debate among various Christian denominations throughout history.

2. The idea of purgatory can be traced back to the early Christian Church, but it was not formally defined until the 13th century.

3. The term 'purgatory' is sometimes used metaphorically to describe a difficult or painful experience that leads to a desired outcome.

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1. Hell: Purgatory is often contrasted with Hell, which is considered a place of eternal punishment for those who die in a state of mortal sin.

2. Paradise: Heaven or paradise is the ultimate destination for those who are perfectly purified and cleansed of all sin.

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In Christian theology, purgatory is a state of purification for those who die in God's grace and friendship but are still imperfectly purified. It is not a place of punishment, but a place or state of purification.

How to Memorize "purgatory"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a place of purification, perhaps with souls making their way through a cleansing process.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'purgatory' with the idea of purification and cleansing.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Purgatory is a place of purification, not a punishment.'

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