#12684 Are There Doctrinal Differences on the Septuagint? AI, Visions - Jimmy Akin

“Are there doctrinal differences on the Septuagint?” This question leads to a discussion on the major distinctions between Protestant and Catholic views, particularly regarding the seven additional books. The conversation also touches on the moral implications of generative AI, the Church’s response to potential ex-cathedra proclamations, and the interpretation of visions experienced during psychedelic ceremonies.

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Questions Covered:

• 04:40 – Are there any major doctrinal differences between Protestants and Catholics in regards to the Septuagint apart from the 7 books?
• 14:44 – What are the moral implications of using generative AI? Where is the line on when it’s sinful?
• 36:50 – My protestant friend asked me this: what would happen if the pope tried to proclaim ex-cathedra something contrary to Church teaching? Does the Church have a contingency plan?
• 47:24 – What do we make of people who have visions on psychedelics who use them as a spiritual ceremony?