1609. In his mercy God has not forsaken sinful man. the punishments consequent upon sin, “pain in childbearing” and toil “in the sweat of your brow,”100 also embody remedies that limit the damaging effects of sin. After the fall, marriage helps to overcome self-absorption, egoism, pursuit of one’s own pleasure, and to open oneself to the other, to mutual aid and to self-giving.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
267. What is the essential rite of Confirmation?
356. What are the main moments in funerals?
199. In what way is the Blessed Virgin Mary the eschatological icon of the Church?
28. What are the characteristics of faith?
120. How is Jesus’ offering expressed at the Last Supper?
521. What is one’s duty toward the truth?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the sanctification of the Christian?
What can we learn about the desire to always be with a loved one from Songs 3:1-5 and 6:1-3?
What is the importance of caring for the weak according to James 1:27?
