1756. It is therefore an error to judge the morality of human acts by considering only the intention that inspires them or the circumstances (environment, social pressure, duress or emergency, etc.) which supply their context. There are acts which, in and of themselves, independently of circumstances and intentions, are always gravely illicit by reason of their object; such as blasphemy and perjury, murder and adultery. One may not do evil so that good may result from it.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
273. How did he institute the Eucharist?
110. What is the meaning of the Transfiguration?
445. What does God prohibit by his command, “You shall not have other gods before me” (Exodus 20:2)?
69. How do the soul and body form a unity in the human being?
567. What times are more suitable for prayer?
278. Who is the minister for the celebration of the Eucharist?
439. Why does the Decalogue constitute an organic unity?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
God’s Covenant with David: An Eternal Commitment (2 Samuel 7)
The Creation of the Universe and Man: What Does the Book of Genesis Teach Us? (Genesis 1:1-31)
What can we learn from Judith’s victory in Judith 16:1-3?
How did Nehemiah deal with the division between rich and poor Jews in Nehemiah 5?
What does the Bible say about the importance of honesty and integrity in Ecclesiasticus 20:1-11?
