1722. Such beatitude surpasses the understanding and powers of man. It comes from an entirely free gift of God: whence it is called supernatural, as is the grace that disposes man to enter into the divine joy.
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.”
It is true, because of the greatness and inexpressible glory of God, that “man shall not see me and live,” for the Father cannot be grasped. But because of God’s love and goodness toward us, and because he can do all things, he goes so far as to grant those who love him the privilege of seeing him…. For “what is impossible for men is possible for God.”23
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
157. Who is the Head of this body?
254. Who brought to fulfillment those prefigurations?
145. What does the Spirit do in the Church?
441. Is it possible to keep the Decalogue?
147. What does the word Church mean?
4. Is the light of reason alone sufficient to know the mystery of God?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does the Bible teach about transforming the body?
What does James 5:7-11 teach us about patience in times of suffering?
What is the meaning of the “True Vine” metaphor in John 15:1-8?
How do the Psalms teach us to be more sensitive to God’s presence (Psalm 139:1-4)?
