What Is a State of Necessity? – Episcopal Consecrations #3

Today in The Episcopal Consecrations, we turn to the central argument behind everything that followed: the state of necessity. What does that actually mean in Catholic theology—and when does it apply? Fr. Paul Robinson walks us through the principles of law, the distinction between divine and human law, and why, in certain extraordinary circumstances, the law itself admits of exception. Drawing from Scripture, moral theology, and Canon Law, we explore how necessity can suspend the obligation of human law for the sake of the common good—especially the salvation of souls. This episode lays the groundwork for understanding the reasoning behind the consecrations. See all the episodes: We’d love your feedback on this series! podcast@sspx.org – – – – – – View this episode on YouTube: – – – – – – – The Society of Saint Pius X offers this series and all of its content free of charge. If you are able to offer a one time or a small monthly recurring donation, it will assist us greatly in continuing to provide these videos for the good of the Church and Catholic Tradition. Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> – – – – – – – Explore more:

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This episode is 56:37 long.

This episode was published on Apr 4, 2026.

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