Discussion»Questions»Religion and Spirituality» Are SAINTS considered to be minor or mini-deities? Do religions other than Catholic have them? Is miracle-making the requirement?
No. In the Bible they are not considered to be major or minor deities. The word “saint” comes from the Greek word "hagios" which means “consecrated to God, holy, sacred, pious." It is almost always used in the plural, “saints.” The idea of the word “saints” is a group of people set apart for the Lord and His kingdom. How does the Roman Catholic understanding of “saints” compare with the biblical teaching? Not very well. In Roman Catholic theology, the saints are in heaven. In the Bible, the saints are on earth. In Roman Catholic teaching, a person does not become a saint unless he/she is “beatified” or “canonized” by the Pope or prominent bishop. In the Bible, everyone who has received Jesus Christ by faith is a saint. In Roman Catholic practice, the saints are revered, prayed to, and in some instances, worshiped. In the Bible, saints are called to revere, worship, and pray to God alone. Miracle-making is something only GOD can do.
Sorry Rosie, my mistake, I have deleted (seems to have deleted yours also) the comment and redirected it to the correct recipient, Hezekiah who had stated 'Miracle-making is something only GOD can do.'
Benedict Arnold 