1611. Seeing God’s covenant with Israel in the image of exclusive and faithful married love, the prophets prepared the Chosen People’s conscience for a deepened understanding of the unity and indissolubility of marriage.102 The books of Ruth and Tobit bear moving witness to an elevated sense of marriage and to the fidelity and tenderness of spouses. Tradition has always seen in the Song of Solomon a unique expression of human love, a pure reflection of God’s love – a love “strong as death” that “many waters cannot quench.”103
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66. In what sense do we understand man and woman as created “in the image of God”?
180. How is the collegial dimension of Church ministry carried out?
353. What forms of popular piety accompany the sacramental life of the Church?
314. What is the significance of Jesus’ compassion for the sick?
402. What is the relationship between the person and society?
428. Are all called to Christian holiness?
595. How is forgiveness possible?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How important is Esther’s purpose and mission in Esther 4:14?
What is the message of Nahum 1:7-8 about God’s faithfulness in the midst of chaos?
What is the message of Proverbs 6:6-11 about laziness and hard work?
The Dedication of the Temple in Jerusalem: Analysis of the Ceremony (1 Chronicles 22-29)
How do the Psalms teach us to be more sensitive to God’s presence (Psalm 139:1-4)?
What does 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 teach us about generosity and prosperity?
Christ’s Return: What Do We Know and What Do We Hope (2 Thessalonians 2:1-12)?
