Shameless Popery #252 Debunking the “Babylonian Origin” of Catholicism
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Feb 24, 2026 A point-by-point rebuttal to claims that Catholic practices come from Babylonian or pagan roots. Careful discussion of scripture, the original meaning of tradition, and historical mistranslations. Examination of shaky sources like The Two Babylons and pan-Babylonian theories. Review of early church evidence for intercession, priesthood, Eucharistic practice, and how authority and tradition developed.
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Queen Of Heaven Has Biblical Roots
- The title 'Queen of Heaven' appears legitimately in Scripture (Revelation 12) and can refer to the mother of the king rather than pagan goddesses.
- Joe argues Psalm and Israelite court practice honor the king's mother, explaining Marian queenship biblically instead of via pagan borrowing.
God Delegates Authority In Scripture
- Scripture repeatedly depicts God sharing authority with others (apostles, believers), so claiming God shares no authority contradicts the New Testament.
- Joe cites the Great Commission, binding/loosing, and promises of reigning with Christ to show delegated authority is biblical.
Apostles Are Part Of The Church's Biblical Foundation
- Quoting Ephesians to deny apostolic foundation misreads Scripture because Paul explicitly names apostles and prophets as the church's foundation with Christ as cornerstone.
- Joe highlights the inconsistency when critics quote Scripture yet reject its plain statement that apostles are foundational.
