1752. In contrast to the object, the intention resides in the acting subject. Because it lies at the voluntary source of an action and determines it by its end, intention is an element essential to the moral evaluation of an action. the end is the first goal of the intention and indicates the purpose pursued in the action. the intention is a movement of the will toward the end: it is concerned with the goal of the activity. It aims at the good anticipated from the action undertaken. Intention is not limited to directing individual actions, but can guide several actions toward one and the same purpose; it can orient one’s whole life toward its ultimate end. For example, a service done with the end of helping one’s neighbor can at the same time be inspired by the love of God as the ultimate end of all our actions. One and the same action can also be inspired by several intentions, such as performing a service in order to obtain a favor or to boast about it.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
106. What do we learn from the temptations of Jesus in the desert?
389. What are the gifts of the Holy Spirit?
473. How does one avoid scandal?
85. Why did the Son of God become man?
132. What does the Ascension mean?
518. How is justice and solidarity among nations brought about?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the role of spiritual gifts in building up the church, according to Ephesians 4:7-16?
Forgiveness and Reconciliation: Lessons from the Meeting of Jacob and Esau (Genesis 33:1-20)
What is the role of leaders in the church according to 1 Timothy 3:1-13?
What is the cyclicality of Israel’s history and how is it portrayed in Judges 3-16?
