THE DESCENT INTO HELL

1. What are the three meanings of "hell" used by St. Thomas?

2. Where was Christ from the Death on the Cross until the Resurrection?

3. How does the descent of Christ into Limbo differ from that of the just 

men who died before the crucifixion of Our Lord?

4. Discuss a few of the reasons why Our Lord "descended into hell."

5. From a consideration of the descent of Christ into Limbo, hope, fear, 

and anxiety should be aroused in us. Explain.

6. How can we rescue the souls detained in purgatory?