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Evidence concerning the book 'Hostage to the Devil'.	Hildebrand	Wednesday, February 9, 2005
Question: Dear sir, greetings to you, English is not my native tonque so please oblige me for possibly putting the question a bit awkward. I would like to know if the cases described in 'Hostage to the Devil' are true. For instance, were the people named in the book actual living persons. If so, the priests involved must have passed away, as must have some of the victims. But there could still be some relatives around that have been witness to the events. Wouldn't it be appropriate to let them speak out? I know that you have been condemning the book of M.Martin as being the work of a heretic. But how much creedence does such an opinion have if the parties involved didn't have their say? It would be much appreciated if you were willing to answer this question. It has been on my mind for a long time.
Question Answered by Bro. Ignatius Mary, OLSM Dear Hildebrand: I do not recall calling Malachi Martin a heretic. Rather his views were divisive (which is sinful) and schismatic in nature. The reason for this analysis has little to do with his book "Hostage to the Devil". This assessment is based upon the totality of his writings, speeches, interviews, and actions. As far as the book "Hostage to the Devil" there is some information in the book about the nature of exorcism which is not Catholic Teaching. As for the cases involved, I do not know if the cases are true or not, and if true, whether Martin was accurate in his reference to them. Given the show-biz nature of Martin's actions and his less than truthfulness in many areas, I would not trust him, or his books, to be truly accurate. God Bless, Bro. Ignatius Mary For information on how to receive help see our Help page. We suggest that before contacting us directly for help you try the Seven Steps to Self-Deliverance. These self-help steps will often resolve the problem. Also our Spiritual Warfare Prayer Catalog contains many prayers that may be helpful. If needed you can ask for a Personal Consultation.

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Evidence concerning the book 'Hostage to the Devil'.

Hildebrand

Wednesday, February 9, 2005

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Dear sir, greetings to you,

English is not my native tonque so please oblige me for possibly putting the question a bit awkward. I would like to know if the cases described in 'Hostage to the Devil' are true. For instance, were the people named in the book actual living persons. If so, the priests involved must have passed away, as must have some of the victims. But there could still be some relatives around that have been witness to the events. Wouldn't it be appropriate to let them speak out? I know that you have been condemning the book of M.Martin as being the work of a heretic. But how much creedence does such an opinion have if the parties involved didn't have their say? It would be much appreciated if you were willing to answer this question. It has been on my mind for a long time.

Question Answered by Bro. Ignatius Mary, OLSM

Dear Hildebrand:

I do not recall calling Malachi Martin a heretic. Rather his views were divisive (which is sinful) and schismatic in nature.

The reason for this analysis has little to do with his book "Hostage to the Devil". This assessment is based upon the totality of his writings, speeches, interviews, and actions.

As far as the book "Hostage to the Devil" there is some information in the book about the nature of exorcism which is not Catholic Teaching. As for the cases involved, I do not know if the cases are true or not, and if true, whether Martin was accurate in his reference to them. Given the show-biz nature of Martin's actions and his less than truthfulness in many areas, I would not trust him, or his books, to be truly accurate.

God Bless,
Bro. Ignatius Mary

For information on how to receive help see our Help page. We suggest that before contacting us directly for help you try the Seven Steps to Self-Deliverance. These self-help steps will often resolve the problem. Also our Spiritual Warfare Prayer Catalog contains many prayers that may be helpful. If needed you can ask for a Personal Consultation.