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Purgatory in Dutch

Purgatory in Dutch is purgatorium, vagevuur — Purgatory means in Catholic belief, a temporary state after death in which souls are purified before entering Heaven.

Purgatory in Dutch

purgatorium
proper noun
(Christianity) An intermediate state after death in which some of those ultimately destined for Heaven must first undergo purification.
vagevuur
proper noun
(Christianity) An intermediate state after death in which some of those ultimately destined for Heaven must first undergo purification.
vagevuur
noun
Any situation where suffering is endured, particularly as part of a process of redemption.

What does "Purgatory" mean?

  1. noun In Catholic belief, a temporary state after death in which souls are purified before entering Heaven.
    "The priest spoke about the souls said to be suffering in purgatory."
  2. noun Any situation of temporary suffering, waiting, or discomfort.
    "The layover turned into a five-hour purgatory at the airport."
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Purgatory in a sentence

  • The priest spoke about the souls said to be suffering in purgatory.
  • The layover turned into a five-hour purgatory at the airport.

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What is "Purgatory" in Dutch?

"Purgatory" in Dutch is purgatorium, vagevuur. Purgatory means: In Catholic belief, a temporary state after death in which souls are purified before entering Heaven.

How do you use "Purgatory" in a sentence?

Example: "The priest spoke about the souls said to be suffering in purgatory." In Dutch, "Purgatory" is purgatorium, vagevuur.

Are there other ways to say "Purgatory" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "Purgatory": purgatorium, vagevuur.

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