Paragraph 116

116. The literal sense is the meaning conveyed by the words of Scripture and discovered by exegesis, following the rules of sound interpretation: “All other senses of Sacred Scripture are based on the literal.”


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

419. What place does the Old Law have in the plan of salvation?

575. How may we strengthen our filial trust?

441. Is it possible to keep the Decalogue?

271. What is the Eucharist?

318. How is this sacrament celebrated?

380. What is prudence?

480. What does the Lord ask of every person in regard to peace?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

How important is the reorganization of the Jerusalem temple described in 2 Maccabees 10:1-9?

What is God’s judgment on corruption and oppression according to Micah 3:1-4?

What can we learn from Judith’s victory in Judith 16:1-3?

Who are the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and what is their significance?

What is the importance of being faithful to sound doctrine?

How did Nehemiah deal with the division between rich and poor Jews in Nehemiah 5?

What is the importance of faith in the healing of blind Bartimaeus, described in Matthew 20:29-34?