Why do Catholics believe in purgatory?

Catholics believe in Heaven, Hell, and something called Purgatory that has two purposes: a temporal punishment for sin, and the cleansing from the attachment to sin. Purgatory purifies the soul before the soul's grand entrance into heaven. Purgatory is an often-misunderstood Catholic doctrine.

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Why do Catholic pray to Mary?

Prayer to Mary is memory of the great mysteries of our faith (Incarnation, Redemption through Christ in the rosary), praise to God for the wonderful things he has done in and through one of his creatures (Hail Mary) and intercession (second half of the Hail Mary). What powers does the Archangel Michael have? Like all Archangels, Michael is immortal and possesses super-strength, super-speed, invulnerability, sonic cry, flight, acidic blood, telepathy, and the power to speak to animals.

Then, who is the most important angel?

The Archangel Michael is especially considered to be the Guardian of the Orthodox Faith and a fighter against heresies. Gabriel means "God is my strength" or "Might of God". He is the herald of the mysteries of God, especially the Incarnation of God and all other mysteries related to it. What does the 444 mean? 444 is a spiritual number that signifies the end of one phase of life and the beginning of another. The number 444 is often interpreted as a sign of spiritual change, either in oneself or others. And being aware of this spiritual awakening can only help you, as great things lie ahead.

One may also ask when did angels begin?

Around 200 BC, the Hebrews changed from a dualistic God to a God of goodness and mercy. But angels occurred in Judaic tradition around 450 BC, after the Hebrew people left Babylon, bringing the belief in angels with them.