Exorcism in the Catholic Church According to Gabriele Amorth
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Department of Clinical Psychology, University of South Wales, United Kingdom
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Abstract
This research examines the practice of exorcism in the Catholic Church through the lens of Father Gabriele Amorth's extensive work and teachings. Father Amorth, who served as the Chief Exorcist of Rome for over 30 years, provided significant insights into the Church's approach to demonic possession and spiritual warfare. This study explores the theological foundations, canonical procedures, and pastoral considerations involved in the Catholic Church's ministry of exorcism.
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Introduction
The practice of exorcism within the Catholic Church represents one of the most ancient and controversial aspects of Christian ministry. Father Gabriele Amorth (1925-2016), who served as the Chief Exorcist of Rome and founder of the International Association of Exorcists, brought unprecedented attention to this ministry through his extensive work and writings.
This study examines the theological, canonical, and pastoral dimensions of Catholic exorcism as understood and practiced according to Amorth's methodology and the Church's official teachings. Through his decades of experience, Father Amorth performed over 70,000 exorcisms and provided invaluable insights into the Church's approach to spiritual warfare.