Why did the Catholic Church perform an exorcism on Mother Teresa in 1997?
In short: While exorcism is a practice found across many major religions, the Catholic Church's specific ritual performed on Mother Teresa remains a notable historical event. This video examines the context of this unusual intervention shortly before her passing.
In 1997, as Mother Teresa lay in a hospital, the Archbishop of Calcutta, Henry D'Souza, arranged for an exorcism to be performed on her. D'Souza had observed that she appeared to be in significant distress and was unable to sleep, leading him to wonder if she was being troubled by a demonic presence.
The ritual was conducted by a priest, and D'Souza noted that Mother Teresa subsequently appeared to be at peace and was able to rest. While exorcism is a practice recognized in various faiths including Hinduism, Judaism, and Islam, Catholic rites often receive significant public attention due to their portrayal in popular media like The Exorcist.
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