AboutEdward Bode Expertise Catholic dogma and moral, especially as related to Scripture
Experience I have taught Catholic thought in grade and high schools, and in college and universities.
Organizations Catholic Biblical Association
Publications Catholic Biblical Quarterly, The Bible Today
Education/Credentials Graduate degrees in theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University, in scripture from the Pontifical Biblical Institute, and a doctorate in theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas; all in Rome
Expert: Edward Bode Date: 6/29/2008 Subject: Is it true?
Question Is it true that Lucifer once controlled Earth and that God had given it to him to
preside over?
Answer No.
Satan [Lucifer]tries through lies and seduction and deceit to lead humans away from the path of godly righteousness.
The boast of the Devil in Mt 4:9 that he controls the kingdoms of the earth is really a lie of empty boasting and attempted deception.
God alone is the almighty Creator, Who permits the activity of the fallen angels but also gives to humans the grace to do what is right.
Best wishes, Anthony.
