Paragraph 1451

1451. Among the penitent’s acts contrition occupies first place. Contrition is “sorrow of the soul and detestation for the sin committed, together with the resolution not to sin again.”50


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

248. What is the criterion that assures unity in the midst of plurality?

393. Is there a variety of sins?

280. In what way is the Eucharist a memorial of the sacrifice of Christ?

132. What does the Ascension mean?

539. What is the role of prayer in the mission of the prophets?

246. What are the privileged places inside sacred buildings?

62. What does Sacred Scripture teach about the creation of the visible world?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

God’s Holiness and the Call to Holiness: What Does the Book of Leviticus Teach Us About God’s Holiness and Our Responsibility to Be Holy? (Leviticus 11:44-45; 19:2)

The Fall of Mankind: How Did Adam and Eve’s Disobedience Affect the World? (Genesis 3:1-24)

What is the meaning of the “True Vine” metaphor in John 15:1-8?

How important is Jesus’ resurrection, and what can we learn from his appearance to the disciples?

What does 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 teach us about generosity and prosperity?

What is the cyclicality of Israel’s history and how is it portrayed in Judges 3-16?

What is the importance of Christian witness?