Paragraph 1009

1009. Death is transformed by Christ. Jesus, the Son of God, also himself suffered the death that is part of the human condition. Yet, despite his anguish as he faced death, he accepted it in an act of complete and free submission to his Father’s will.572 The obedience of Jesus has transformed the curse of death into a blessing.573


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

428. Are all called to Christian holiness?

158. Why is the Church called the “Bride of Christ”?

264. What is the meaning of the Christian name received at Baptism?

106. What do we learn from the temptations of Jesus in the desert?

378. What are the human virtues?

185. When is the infallibility of the Magisterium exercised?

188. What is the vocation of the lay faithful?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What is the role of church leaders according to Ephesians 4:11-12?

What does Wisdom 8:7 teach us about wisdom as a source of virtue and honor?

What is the unchanging nature of God, according to Malachi 3:6?

The Holiness of the Priesthood: How does the law of priestly holiness in the book of Numbers teach us about the importance of purity and dedication in the worship of God? (Numbers 18:1-7)

Love and friendship: the importance of relationships in life (Ecc 4:9-12)

What is the meaning of Christ’s death and how does it bring justification to sinners?

The story of Daniel in the lions’ den (Daniel 6)