Difference between sainthood and being saved?

  • Thread starter Thread starter sk98
  • Start date Start date
Status
Not open for further replies.
S

sk98

Guest
Is there a difference between sainthood and being a saved person in heaven?
 
sk98 said:
Is there a difference between sainthood and being a saved person in heaven?
Click to expand...
No, not when you ask the question in this manner. Saints are the men, women, and children who have died and are now in Heaven. The term “Saved” when used by Protestants, refers to those who are going to Heaven when they die, but you specified “a saved person in heaven.” So, no… there is no difference.
 
sk98 said:
Is there a difference between sainthood and being a saved person in heaven?
Click to expand...
There is no difference (or distinction) in heaven. The process of canonization is not for the Saints in heaven, but for us on earth.

The only difference is that, in the case of the canonized Saint, we on earth have the assurance of the Church that this person is, indeed, sharing in the Beatific Vision in heaven.
 
Status
Not open for further replies.
Back
Top