Paragraph 1706

1706. By his reason, man recognizes the voice of God which urges him “to do what is good and avoid what is evil.”9 Everyone is obliged to follow this law, which makes itself heard in conscience and is fulfilled in the love of God and of neighbor. Living a moral life bears witness to the dignity of the person.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

168. Who belongs to the Catholic Church?

105. Why did Jesus receive from John the “baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins” (Luke 3:3)?

263. What are the effects of Baptism?

551. What is “blessing”?

555. When is thanksgiving given to God?

39. Is God the only One who “is”?

509. What is the content of the social doctrine of the Church?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What is the story of the healing of the bleeding woman in Mark 5:25-34?

What is the importance of humility and repentance according to the book of Baruch?

What can we learn about the fickleness of the rich and the value of humility from Ecclesiastes 9:13-16?

What is the importance of holiness in our Christian life according to 1 Corinthians 6:19-20?

Jacob’s Wrestle with God: What is the significance of this story for us today?

What does the mutual admiration between loved ones mean in the book of Songs?

What is the importance of being faithful to sound doctrine?