As you know 2 Macc. is not looked upon as inspired by God to anyone but catholics. And unless you can give scripture references to Jews holding to the belief of purgatory, no I am sorry they don't hold much wieght with me.
What did you think about my post that was from the inspired word of God:)
Becky
You are misinformed. 2 Macc. is part of the Eastern Orthodox Canon of Scripture, and it is also part of the Canon of Scripture for the Oriental Orthodox (Copts, Jacobites, Monophysites).
More Christians believe 2 Macc. is part of the Canon worldwide than those who don't.