11. This catechism aims at presenting an organic synthesis of the essential and fundamental contents of Catholic doctrine, as regards both faith and morals, in the light of the Second Vatican Council and the whole of the Church’s Tradition. Its principal sources are the Sacred Scriptures, the Fathers of the Church, the liturgy, and the Church’s Magisterium. It is intended to serve “as a point of reference for the catechisms or compendia that are composed in the various countries”.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
431. What purpose do the precepts of the Church have?
318. How is this sacrament celebrated?
154. What are the characteristics of the people of God?
436. What does “Decalogue” mean?
391. What does the acceptance of God’s mercy require from us?
359. How do we attain beatitude?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the significance of the founding of the church in Ephesus described in Acts 19:1-10?
What does the promise of salvation amid darkness in Micah 7:7 mean?
What is the importance of holiness in our Christian life according to 1 Corinthians 6:19-20?
How do the Psalms teach us to be more sensitive to God’s presence (Psalm 139:1-4)?
