1453. The contrition called “imperfect” (or “attrition”) is also a gift of God, a prompting of the Holy Spirit. It is born of the consideration of sin’s ugliness or the fear of eternal damnation and the other penalties threatening the sinner (contrition of fear). Such a stirring of conscience can initiate an interior process which, under the prompting of grace, will be brought to completion by sacramental absolution. By itself however, imperfect contrition cannot obtain the forgiveness of grave sins, but it disposes one to obtain forgiveness in the sacrament of Penance.52
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288. What is the meaning of the altar?
520. By what is love for the poor inspired?
356. What are the main moments in funerals?
533. What is the greatest human desire?
114. How did Jesus conduct himself in regard to the Law of Israel?
273. How did he institute the Eucharist?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
The Woman and the Dragon: The Struggle Between Good and Evil (Revelation 12:1-17)
What does the Bible say about the need to forgive, according to Colossians 3:13?
How does Job 38:1-11 reveal God’s sovereignty in the midst of suffering?
Understanding God’s sovereignty through the Psalms (Psalm 33:6-9)
David’s old age and death: the end of a life of ups and downs (2 Samuel 23, 24)
What does Malachi 4:1 say about the punishment of the wicked?
