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64 What then is the use of the decisions of general councils in controversies of faith?

They assist us in understanding the judgment of the Church.

Does the decision in this Article interfere with the authority of general councils in matters not of faith?

No: but it is restricted by Article XXXIV.

Does the Church of England reject the decision of all general councils in matters of faith?

No: she recognises the first six general councils as "received and allowed of all men." See Homily on Idolatry.]

What is the title of the twenty-second Article?

"Of Purgatory."

Is this the whole subject of the Article?

No: it treats of "the Romish Doctrine" on this and other subjects.

What is meant by "Romish Doctrine?"

The doctrine commonly taught in the Church of Rome.

On what particular subjects does the Article assert their doctrine to be wrong?

"Purgatory, Pardons, Worshipping and Adoration, as well of Images as of Relics, and also Invocation of Saints."

What does the Article say concerning their doctrine on these subjects?