Thursday, July 25, 2013

Don't the stories of Enoch and Elijah disprove that heaven was closed?

Don't the stories of Enoch and Elijah disprove that heaven was closed?

Answer

The Church teaches that heaven was closed until Jesus redeemed humanity. Enoch and Elijah were redeemed by Jesus but entered heaven early. They were exceptions. God can do that!

Answered by: Catholic Answers Staff

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