1398. The Eucharist and the unity of Christians. Before the greatness of this mystery St. Augustine exclaims, “O sacrament of devotion! O sign of unity! O bond of charity!”234 The more painful the experience of the divisions in the Church which break the common participation in the table of the Lord, the more urgent are our prayers to the Lord that the time of complete unity among all who believe in him may return.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
597. Why do we conclude by asking “But deliver us from evil”?
596. What does “Lead us not into temptation” mean?
598. What is the meaning of the final Amen?
448. Why is a false oath forbidden?
588. What does “Hallowed be thy Name” mean?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the meaning of David’s song of gratitude to God?
How can we flee the appearances of evil, as described in 1 Thessalonians 5:22?
The Beatitudes: Understanding Their Meaning and Importance (Matthew 5:3-11)
What does 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 teach us about generosity and prosperity?
The Creation of the Universe and Man: What Does the Book of Genesis Teach Us? (Genesis 1:1-31)
What did Jesus teach about loving your neighbor? (Matthew 22:39)
