Francis goes old school on Satan

Known to be a liberal and an advocate of inclusion and forgiveness, Pope Francis, says the Washington Post, remains locked in an “epic battle with the oldest enemy of God and creation” The Devil.” Citing theologians and Vatican insiders, the Post said the Pope has dwelled extensively on Satan in sermons and speeches compared to his predecessors, and has rekindled his image as a “supernatural entity with the forces of evil at his beck and call.” Progressive theologians said Francis is opening the door to superstition, a step back from allegorical references to evil. Exorcists however said the new pope has become their champion in the face of modern skepticism.

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