I wonder what they think the sin was?
Most catholics pray to Mary and other dead people, and that is a gross sin (necromancy) so maybe misery just seeks company.
RE: Most catholics pray to Mary and other dead people, and that is a gross sin (necromancy) so maybe misery just seeks company.
Actually it is not accurate to say that Catholics worship Mary or the Saints.
They VENERATE ( as oppose to Worship ) Mary and the Saints.
In the case of Mary, they HYPER-Venerate her above the other saints.
I should know this because I actually went to a Catholic school (taught by Jesuits). Fortunately, they taught me to use my mind and as I did that, I had to conclude that I can be a believer in Christ and the apostles but I cannot be Roman Catholic ( it would be hypocritical of me to be one if I do not accept all her tenets ).
Anyway, in Catholic teaching,The highest honor that is possible is given to God alone, and that is called in Latin “latria.”
The second highest honor that is given is “hyperdulia,” and that is given to the Mary alone.
The third type of honor is “dulia,” and that is given to all the angels and saints in heaven. After that there are various grades of honor.
So, let’s not attack a red herring. Catholics ARE NOT TAUGHT to worship Mary and the Saints and if Catholics do (and many do unfortunately), it is a result of POOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION.