Paragraph 1751

1751. The object chosen is a good toward which the will deliberately directs itself. It is the matter of a human act. the object chosen morally specifies the act of the will, insofar as reason recognizes and judges it to be or not to be in conformity with the true good. Objective norms of morality express the rational order of good and evil, attested to by conscience.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

390. What are the fruits of the Holy Spirit?

447. How does one respect the holiness of the Name of God?

443. What is the meaning of the words of our Lord, “Adore the Lord your God and worship Him alone” (Matthew 4:10)?

523. What is forbidden by the eighth commandment?

355. What do funeral rites express?

75. What was the first human sin?

180. How is the collegial dimension of Church ministry carried out?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

The Holiness of the Priesthood: How does the law of priestly holiness in the book of Numbers teach us about the importance of purity and dedication in the worship of God? (Numbers 18:1-7)

How does Ruth’s story teach us about integrity and honesty?

What does Hosea 7:14-16 reveal about God’s judgment against hypocrisy?

What does 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 teach us about generosity and prosperity?

How important is God’s love to our lives, according to 1 John 4:8?

What is the meaning of the “True Vine” metaphor in John 15:1-8?

What is God’s judgment on corruption and oppression according to Micah 3:1-4?