Development of Mariolatory3

THE DEVELOPMENT OF MARIOLATORY : M. M. NINAN
Roman Church is beyond Written Scriptures
Following the argument, the Roman Church considers it as the
Church and it has the authority and prerogative to present new
doctrines and practices without regard to written scripture.
Evidently apart from the written scripture, there were many
teachings that were orally transmitted. This is especially true
regarding the practices of the church. However right from the
first century there were theological problems, heresies and
practical problems which were addressed to by the writers of the
scripture. Scriptures were written so that there may be a reliable
document of reference and for refuting heresies that rose even at
the time of the Apostles. They therefore give a very vivid
understanding of what was going on during that period. It should
be made clear now that after the Apostolic period such deposits
were not given to anyone. Apostolic succession does not follow
any doctrinal or practical revelation outside of what had been
given by the Apostles themselves. The deviation from early faith
started even during the time of the Apostles. Scriptures were
written so that the basic principles could be codified. It is here
non-roman Churches differ considerably. All other churches
believe that all revelations are complete in Christ Jesus and
therefore no new revelations are possible beyond that period.
What is remaining is only illumination of the given word under the
guidance of the Holy Spirit which cannot abrogate any earlier
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