1035. The teaching of the Church affirms the existence of hell and its eternity. Immediately after death the souls of those who die in a state of mortal sin descend into hell, where they suffer the punishments of hell, “eternal fire.”615 The chief punishment of hell is eternal separation from God, in whom alone man can possess the life and happiness for which he was created and for which he longs.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
91. How did the two wills of the incarnate Word cooperate?
497. When is it moral to regulate births?
512. What would be opposed to the social doctrine of the Church?
230. For what reason are the sacraments necessary for salvation?
333. Who can receive this sacrament?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 teach us about generosity and prosperity?
What does Jesus’ promise to send the Holy Spirit as a comforter mean, according to John 14:26?
How important is the reorganization of the Jerusalem temple described in 2 Maccabees 10:1-9?
What does Nahum 1:9 say about God’s mercy to those who repent?
What is the message of Isaiah’s heavenly vision of the Lord’s glory revealed in Isaiah 40:1-31?
