The New Catholic Encyclopedia states that it was only “by the 3rd century [that] the efficacy of intercession of the saints was clearly recognized. ” That was some 200 years after Christ died.
„ New Catholic Encyclopedia ” ütleb, et „pühakute eestkoste mõjusus leidis selget tunnustust alles 3. sajandil ” – paarsada aastat pärast Kristuse surma.